How can sexual and reproductive justice be achieved in communities where youth struggle to access Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) services? When young people receive accurate, stigma-free SRHR information, they make informed choices, improve their well-being, and advocate for their rights.
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An agent is an autonomous entity or program that takes preferences, instructions, or other forms of inputs from a user to accomplish specific tasks on their behalf. And there is a huge hype around agents these days, thanks to advancements in various GenAI technologies. As big and small companies and individual developers continue investing heavily in development and deployment of agents, we are often missing some of the basic considerations, including what problems are we solving and how users, their tasks, and their contexts are incorporated in these developments.
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Library and Information Science scholars and practitioners have been trained to maintain their libraries and knowledge centers as “Silence Zones.” The pandemic has made humans realize the importance of mental health and well-being. However, the topic still needs more awareness and breaking the taboo around it. In this special issue, we invite authors to share their experiences and insights on how MH&W and Mindfulness can become part of essential library services.
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Intentional reflection is essential to understanding what affects mental health. First, empower yourself by understanding the historical, systematic, social, economic, and cultural factors that shape your life. Then, delve into your social and cultural identities, including societal perceptions about mental health and well-being.
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Academic Libraries North is sharing resources about how libraries can support mental health and wellbeing, including case studies based on experience. ALN is a consortium of 33 higher education libraries in the north of England in the United Kingdom. Through collaborative activities and mutual support, they provide opportunities for their members in the exchange of knowledge and experience.
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Creating an environment that fosters Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB) is a shared responsibility, meaning that librarians have a role to play too. The first step in addressing bias is recognizing that it exists and raising awareness among others. But once the bias has been recognized, it can be challenging to know how to go about addressing it.
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The impact of social media on mental well-being is a complex and multifaceted problem. Past research clearly shows a complex relationship between how people use these platforms and their psychological well-being. A crucial aspect of this relationship lies in distinguishing between passive and active social media use. This analysis delves into the contrasting effects of these two engagement styles, examining how they differentially contribute to stress, loneliness, and overall well-being.
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Today, the average person relies heavily on digital technologies, with daily survival intricately tied to these tools. While digital devices offer connectivity, they also raise concerns about mental well-being and emotional stability. Many therapeutic platforms like Calm and Woebot are also digital, deepening this reliance. However, libraries can provide stability by blending traditional methods with technological innovations. As they adapt to the digital age, libraries have transformed from quiet reading spaces into vital resources for mental health.
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Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) plays a pivotal role in governance, risk and compliance (GRC) as it enables risk assessment through the identification of threats, vulnerabilities, compliance requirements, and their consequent impacts. Efficient and secure information sharing matters in effective cyber threat intelligence.
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We are currently living in an information-driven world; despite this, many people are still devoid of access to information. Through impartial access to information, society can empower individuals to navigate the complexities of the information age better, enhancing their capacity to participate in and benefit from political discourse, social activities, and economic opportunities. This article will explore how marginalised communities can effectively connect in the political advocacy and social justice through improved access to information.
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