SAC HUMAN LIBRARY

The Human Library is a place where real people are on loan to readers. The idea is to create a space where individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences act as “living books,” sharing their personal stories, perspectives, and expertise with others who are interested in listening and learning.

1. Book Catalog: Individuals who volunteer to be “books” provide information about their personal experiences, background, and the topics they are willing to discuss. Each “book” is assigned a title that reflects a part of their identity or life story.
2. Check Out Process: Visitors to the Human Library, referred to as “readers,” can browse the catalog of available books. When they find a story or perspective they’re interested in, they can “check out” the corresponding human book for a one-on-one conversation.
3. Conversations: During the checkout period, readers have the opportunity to engage in a conversation with the human book, asking questions and gaining insights into the book’s unique experiences. This direct interaction promotes understanding and challenges preconceived notions.
4. Time Limit: Similar to a traditional library book checkout, there is often a time limit for each conversation to ensure that as many people as possible have the opportunity to engage with the human books.

HUMAN LIBRARY