Libraries that welcome everyone to Read, Learn and Connect

Welcoming everyone

We are committed to providing help and support for those in need. We want to continue to play a vital role in welcoming all communities into our libraries.

Libraries facilitate learning, cultural exchange, and community integration.

Get involved

Contact us to volunteer at our libraries, with a specific focus on welcoming, cultural, or community projects.

What we offer

Language development programmes

We offer English and Spanish conversation classes and groups. These are tailored to help people learning English or Spanish as an additional language. 

Online and physical resources

To support learning, we provide access to a wide array of online resources, including:

• digital platforms for language learning
• educational development
• digital help sessions for anyone who is digitally excluded

Our online collection features e-books, audiobooks, and journals in multiple languages, ensuring resources are accessible to everyone.

We also house a rich collection of community language books, promoting inclusivity and cultural understanding by serving our multicultural audience. Learn more about our special collections.

Community and cultural events

Throughout the year, we organise awareness activities highlighting and celebrating cultural heritage and traditions from around the globe.

Our awareness programme includes displays, activities, and events for Refugee Week and much more. We also host Black History Month (BHM) events dedicated to recognising and celebrating Black history and culture.