Connecting Underserved Communities to Health Sciences Information Resources Via Public Libraries


The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Library and Informatics Center (HSLIC) is the state's only public academic health sciences library and strives to improve health and health equity for all New Mexicans. HSLIC seeks to engage with diverse underserved populations through rural public libraries and connect library staff with the appropriate NLM/NNLM resources and training. 

Awardee

Project Lead: Dana Abbey
Project Lead: Deirdre Caparoso

Demographics

Sexual & Gender Minorities: LGBTQIA+, Women
Geographic Type: Rural
Issues & Interests: Socioeconomically Disadvantaged Populations
Race & Ethnicity: American Indians, Hispanics/Latin Americans
Roles of Participants Project is Intended to Serve: General Public

Award Details

Funding Source: Region 4
Project Category: Outreach
Period of Performance: Jun 1, 2024 - Apr 30, 2025
Project Status: In Progress

Project Funding

Federal Fiscal Year 2024: $9,234