Decolonizing the Camosun Library

We want to hear from you!
The library is committed to making its systems, spaces, collections, and services more just, equitable, and inclusive.

The Camosun Library defines decolonization as "an ongoing process that involves acknowledging, questioning, and undoing colonial practices."

 To find out what we are already working on, visit the Decolonizing the Library webpage.

The survey

• Is open to all members of the Camosun Community (including students, employees, visitors, and guests).
• Is open October 2024 through March 2025.
• Will have its results reviewed in the summer of 2025.
• Will have its results shared beginning in the fall of 2025.

This 5 question survey will help us:

• Gain an understanding of how members of the Camosun community envision decolonization at the Camosun Library. This includes its spaces, services, collections, and more.
• Make recommendations and implement changes at the library to make its systems, spaces, collections, and services more just, equitable, and inclusive.

Take the Decolonizing the Camosun Library survey

Our promise to you

The Library is committed to carefully considering every piece of feedback we receive. Review will start summer 2025.
 
Each suggestion will be reviewed and assessed for feasibility, impact and implementation considering the following factors:

• Alignment with Camosun’s 2023-2028 Strategic Plan and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action.
• Time and resources (e.g. budget, human resources, other constraints).

 
Please be patient as we undertake this work. Updates about this survey, your responses, and our next steps will be available on this guide.
 
Decolonization is an ongoing process, and we are committed to continually improving our library. We encourage you to share your thoughts and ideas openly. Your voice is essential in helping us create and maintain a library that reflects Camosun’s diverse community!