Welcome! Creating Accessible and Inclusive Spaces in Special Collections

Conversations in Cultural Heritage - A podcast by Ursula Romero, Jasmine Sykes-Kunk, Yuqiao Cao, Jhensen Oritz, Yao Chen, Lorena Gauthereau, Rhiannon Sorrell, Jaime Valenzuela, Zayda Delgado, Krystal Tribbett

Jasmine Sykes-Kunk and Ursula Romero discuss a day in the life as public services librarians working in special collections. They discuss what cultural heritage work means to them, the challenges of the profession, and the things about the work that bring them joy. A heavy focus is placed on accessibility and the question of how to make people feel comfortable and welcome in a space which can feel intimidating and exclusive. They also discuss the sometimes unconventional paths they each took to enter the profession.