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Home My WebLink AboutAgenda Item - 2025-07-01 - Number 06.4 - LAB Youth Survey - Presentation 6.4 YOUTH � � � PERSPECTIVES ON THE LOPL pie Kervw se ,,iw Presented by : Anisha Oruganty rrolikip 10,174,6 PURPOSE - WHY THIS PROJECT ? \\\III. h'- i'l -‘- '''... '''- ''' 'l1-r '\k • Understand how youth currently use the library • Identify barriers and opportunities for improvement • Gather youth - driven visions for a future library/community center SURVEY DETAILS AND OVERVIEUU • Distributed to grades 6 -12 in LOSD through QR codes and a directlink _~ • Encouraged youth to think big and dream boldly • Blend between a library and a community center • Mix of open - ended and multiple choice questions • 355 responses collected by mid - May � � e f WHAT ' S W HAT ISN 'T WORKING W ORKING • Calm , quiet atmosphere • "Too dark, " " uninviting , " • Kind and helpful staff especially in winter • Students feel supported when • Requests for natural light, visiting greenery, softer seating • Need for more cozy, teen - friendly layouts VOUTHVJSJI N WHAT YOUTH SEE IN AN IDEAL LIBRARY \\I • A library that is welcoming , flexible , ,7 / and modern � • A place to study , connect, and . l� 41F3 ' recharge . dt, � o • Reflects who teens are now as well 111 as who they' re becoming in the future . _ TOP PRIORITIES AND THEMES • Quiet study areas (256 ) • Modern tech & creative tools ( 165 and 150 ) 4111111111 �i • Inclusive , accessible environments en 1110 111 ( 128 ) 0 L ii _ = Youth - centered , evolving spaces Youth Priorities for a Future ' Ideal ' Library Quiet Study Areas Technology i& Innovation Creativity & Maker Spaces Accessibility and Inclusivity 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 Mentions SERVICES AND PROGRAMS • More cultural events , hands - on learning , drop - in activities 1 ‘�4 /�� • Homework help , tutoring , test prep resources Study skill workshops , career speakers /11 I \ \ • Food access : snacks , drinks , cafes 1 i b v � IDEAS F OR P OT ENT IAL ?IPS" CHANGE • Cozy spaces with natural light • Casual drop- in events (games , poetry , f open mic) • Hands- on STEM & art carts 4/ii *,,.,. ,1 I I I I 4 k,\/11.. /:I • Career and life skill workshops with local mentors • Teen space & outdoor seating .22 • Library café • After - school shuttle access r r' 14 iI 111:\I. 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KEY /71 ' T AKEAW AYS • Youth care deeply about libraries • They value both quiet zones and creative spaces • Small changes can boost access , equity , and engagement 111 �i 1110 ii et4 THANK YOU FOR LISTENING !