Reparative description: a workshop on the conscious editing of archival collections
Luke, Stephanie M.
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Title
Reparative description: a workshop on the conscious editing of archival collections
Author(s)
Luke, Stephanie M.
Issue Date
2022-09-14
Keyword(s)
Diversity
Inclusion
Equity
DEIA
Archives
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Reparative description
Abstract
In recent years, there has been an increased interest in examining ways in which the archival profession can work toward addressing and remediating problematic language and inaccurate representation in collections and descriptions. While most archivists agree with the need for reparative description, the lack of practical tools and examples can make the implementation of this work daunting. In this workshop, we define the concept of reparative description and outline various approaches to examining and remediating potentially harmful or problematic materials and descriptions. We then examine some examples of materials from libraries and archives and discuss the ways in which an archivist might apply reparative description principles to make the materials more representative, equitable, and inclusive.
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