Managing technology and cultural diversity in public libraries in the digital age

Abstract

This paper discusses managing cultural diversity in public libraries with the help of technologies in the digital era. It conceptually examines cultural diversity and technology in managing public libraries in digital era. The concepts of technology, librarianship and cultural diversity were explained in some detail and were linked together to make the study robust. Challenges associated with managing cultural diversity in the public library are highlighted. The paper recommends among others that managers and heads of public libraries should fully take advantage of modern technologies to deal with cultural diversity and ensure that their employees are valued for their contributions and worth and protected against prejudice.