A LIBRARY will come alive when it offers “human” books as part of a campaign to improve links between the public sector union, Unison, and members of the public.
Halton Lea Library, in Runcorn, will become a “Living Library” where people can borrow a trade union member with their own unique story to tell.
Unison’s human books will include a Jamaican man’s experience at struggling to build a life for himself in the UK, a Muslim man’s problems after the 7/7 and 9/11 terror attacks, and a woman’s account of overcoming sexual harassment at work.
The stories are aimed to challenge stereotypes and prejudiced views while improving awareness of Unison activities.
Helen Titherington, the regional education co-ordinator for Unison North West said: “The project offers a novel way of improving community cohesion across the region”.
Stories can be heard one-on-one or in groups, and the member will be open to questions at the end.
This innovative scheme is also a bid to encourage more people to visit their local libraries.
THE event will take place on Thursday, February 11, from 2pm-7pm, at Halton Lea Library, Runcorn.
