The Liberate My Library initiative is a way to request items that will diversify our collections..

We have wonderful collections across Durham's libraries and museums but we want to make our collections even more diverse. To do this we are working with Durham Students Union to encourage students and staff to recommend items that will increase the diversity of the library’s collections.

Are there works created by, or representing people, within LGBT+ communities you would like to see on the shelves of our library?

What about works relating to the experiences of BAME or disabled communities? How about issues of gender and identity?

To get involved you can complete the online form below or pick up a postcard at any of our libraries or museums.

If for any reason we are unable complete your request we will then contact you to let you know.

Where available an e-book will be ordered for the title you have requested by default.

We try to process requests as soon as we can, but we can't guarantee a timescale for the arrival of the book in the Library.

If your request is for a more general request please use the MORE Books request service.

If you have any enquiries about this service or would like to give feedback please contact library.acquisitions@durham.ac.uk