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Database		LISA: Library and Information Science Abstracts
Title		Women's information centres and networks: a development perspective
Author		Valk, M; van Dam, H; Cummings, S
Source		Information Development; 15 (1) Mar 1999, p.26-31
ISSN		0266-6669
Descriptors		Librarianship Cooperation Information centres Women New Search Using Marked Terms: Use AND to narrow Use OR to broaden Add to Current Search: Use AND to narrow Use OR to broaden
Abstract		An enormous increase has been observed in the number and types of women's groups and organizations around the world. A complex of international, regional, national and local networks of individuals and organizations has emerged. At the same time, the recognition of women's issues has grown, both nationally and worldwide and so has the need for comprehensive and reliable data on women and their concerns. Although information centres and networks superficially appear to be very different, the theory of networking identifies them as being part of the same general trend. Networks are seen as an important tool for development. Networking is an avenue open to women who seek information about various problems, needs, capabilities and possible solutions, as it is an accessible strategy which requires few resources. However, if networks are to operate outside their local and national boundaries, lack of resources becomes more of a constraint. Case studies are presented of national, regional and international networks. Finally, the role of Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) in this process are considered. (Original abstract - amended)
Features		refs.
Language		English
Publication Year		1999
Publication Type		Journal Article
Shelfmark		4493.538200
Update		20020325
Accession Number		92825