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SZAFRAN, Paulina. Information, communication and culture under local management: the municipality experience in a socially vulnerable neighborhood of Montevideo. Investig. bibl [online]. 2016, vol.30, n.70, pp.19-39. ISSN 2448-8321.  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ibbai.2016.10.002.

The paper describes an experience in a neighborhood known for its social vulnerability in the city of Montevideo, Uruguay, The recent establishment of municipalities as a third level of government prompted this research to examine how information, communication and culture operate under the local management of Municipality F and how these activities are viewed by local actors. Within this scenario, the role of the public library is described, stressing the specifics of services delivered locally. The research methodology entailed interviews with persons connected to municipal management of the reference area and analysis of documentation produced and disseminated by that body.

Palavras-chave : Municipal Management; Local Policies; Public Libraries; Information; Communication and Culture.

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