collective library
[kəˈlɛktɪv ˈlaɪbreri]
nounpl: collective libraries
biblioteca coletiva
1. A library or collection of books and resources owned, managed, or accessible by a group of people, institution, or community rather than by a single individual
The university established a collective library where all departments could share academic resources.
A universidade estabeleceu uma biblioteca coletiva onde todos os departamentos pudessem compartilhar recursos acadêmicos.
2. A shared collection of literary or informational materials maintained by an organization or community group for mutual benefit
The neighborhood formed a collective library in the community center to promote literacy.
O bairro formou uma biblioteca coletiva no centro comunitário para promover a alfabetização.
In Brazil, collective libraries are increasingly popular in public spaces, schools, and neighborhoods as a democratization of access to information and literature. The concept aligns with Brazilian communal values and social initiatives to promote education and literacy in underserved communities.
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