Audience
Attendees
Number of facilitators
Level
Preparation
Activity
Description
This orientation introduces newcomers to the library as a welcoming place for community support, learning, and reliable daily life information. It highlights basic rights and shows how the library connects users to trusted services beyond books, including legal aid, language learning, and digital tools. It complements tours by focusing on people and support.
Objectives
• Familiarise migrants with the library as a community resource hub.
• Provide clear information on key rights and where to seek help.
• Encourage independent use of services (sign- ups, programs, materials).
• Promote confidence in asking questions and navigating local services.
Worked skills
• Understanding community resources & services.
• Self-advocacy and asking for help.
• Basic problem-solving and critical thinking.
Prerequisites for the audience
• No prior library experience needed.
• Basic understanding of facilitator’s language.
• Optional: interpretation or translated handouts.
Equipment
• Scenario cards for group work.
• Whiteboard or flipchart.
• Pens / sticky notes
• (Optional) Individual note pads and pens for individuals to take with them
Content used
• Simplified rights flyer (library-approved or NGO-produced).
• Welcome handout: Library map, NGO contacts, events.
• Library membership info.
• List of local support organisations (legal aid, shelters, clinics).
• Guiding questions for the photo walk
• Handouts with photography tips