The Protecting Haitian Patrimony Initiative: Digital Library of the Caribbean

February 4th, 2010 by Sara Janes

The Digital Library of the Caribbean is coordinating a project to support redevelopment efforts of the libraries and archives of Haiti. They are looking for financial support, supplies, and volunteers willing to travel to Haiti to assist in their efforts. More information can be found at their site:

PROTECTING PATRIMONY: The Digital Library of the Caribbean’s Initiative to Support the Vulnerable Libraries and Archives of Haiti

In response to the earthquake on January 12, 2010, many institutions and individuals have expressed an interest in supporting Haitian libraries and archives as they begin the difficult and costly process of rebuilding and working towards the future.  The Digital Library of the Caribbean (dLOC) has been working closely with its partner institutions in Port-au-Prince and is poised to play a vital role in helping them coordinate their efforts to rebuild and implement a long-term plan of sustainability for the future.  The Protecting Haitian Patrimony Initiative builds on strong, long term partnerships, with an emphasis on accountability and transparency.

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  1. Brooke Wooldridge:

    February 6th, 2010 at 9:03 am

    Thanks, LWB, for helping to promote this new project. We look forward to working with you and others in the int’l community as we support the local directors in their efforts to protect the collections!

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