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This paper discusses LEAF-VN's Village Library Collection Development Project, highlighting the supplementation of rural and ethnic libraries' collections. The project aims to improve access to knowledge and promote literacy in rural communities. Funding sources include non-profit organizations, private individuals, and LEAF-VN members.
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Village Library Collection Development Project Binh P. Le The Pennsylvania State University Abington College A paper presented at the 2011 International Relations Roundtable Preconference/Annual Meeting of the American Library Association. New Orleans, LA, June 24, 2011.
LEAF-VNLibrary Education Assistance Foundation for Vietnamhttp://www.leaf-vn.org Background Mission Goals
LEAF-VN’s Major Projects • Translation projects • ALA Glossary • AACR2 • Professional developments • Seminars/workshops • Consultation • Reference assistance
Village Library Collection Development Project 2006-07 Project: Supplementation of rural libraries’ collections 2009 Project: Supplementation of ethnic libraries' collections Future projects?
Funding Sources Non-profit organizations Private individuals LEAF-VN’s members
Implementation LEAF-VN National Library of Vietnam Village/ethnic libraries