The University of Hong Kong Libraries Strategic Plan, 2015 to 2020
Vision
The Libraries advances the teaching, learning, research and knowledge exchange pursuits of the University through its outstanding resources, people-centred services as well as its innovative and collaborative approaches.
Mission
The University of Hong Kong Libraries shares with the University its aspiration to attain international distinction. To support the University’s endeavours we work collaboratively across the institution to build, preserve and facilitate access to resources required, provide services that enable resource discovery and application, as well as create diverse physical and virtual environments conducive to different learning styles and intellectual exchange.
Values
Our values provide us with a framework that enables us to demonstrate a commitment to the University's principles:
Accountability | Flexibility | |
Collaboration | Integrity | |
Efficiency | Versatility |
We strive to be a learning organization for continuous improvement.
Strategic Objectives
In order to advance our Vision and Mission, our activities are founded upon five key objectives that will form the basis of our strategic direction for the coming five years. These are:
- Ensure access to a rich and diverse base of resources that serve to enhance the University’s endeavours;
- Provide services that support the full range of the University's activities and facilitate user independence;
- Ensure inclusive and diverse physical and virtual environments that enable active, independent and collaborative learning;
- Engage the broader community in programmes and collaborative initiatives that complement University priorities; and
- Nurture an organizational culture that equips staff with the skills required to support a dynamic research library in a rapidly changing environment.
Operational Priorities, 2017-2018
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Objective 1: Ensure access to a rich and diverse base of resources that serve to enhance the University's endeavours
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Objective 2: Provide services that support the full range of the University's activities and facilitate user independence
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Objective 3: Ensure inclusive and diverse physical and virtual environments that enable active, independent and collaborative learning
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Objective 4: Engage the broader community in programmes and collaborative initiatives that complement University priorities
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Objective 5: Nurture an organizational culture that equips staff with the skills required to support a dynamic research library in a rapidly changing environment
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