Libraries

Libraries are organized collections of resources, including books, periodicals, multimedia, and digital materials, designed to provide access to information and knowledge for a community or individual users. They serve as spaces for research, study, and learning, and often offer various services such as borrowing items, information literacy programs, and community events. Libraries may be public, academic, special, or school-based, each serving specific groups or purposes. Their core mission is to promote literacy, lifelong learning, and access to information for all, contributing to the cultural and educational development of society. In addition to physical collections, many libraries now provide online access to digital resources and databases, expanding their reach and impact in the information age.