Libraries Change Lives Week 2025

Libraries can be life-changing

Libraries Change Lives Week an awareness campaign run by CILIP, the Library and Information Association runs from Monday 2 to Sunday 8 June. This year’s focus is celebrating how libraries help build a better, fairer economy. The theme, Sustaining Economic Growth, shines a light on the vital role libraries play in supporting local people, businesses, and communities to grow and succeed.

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Inspire libraries celebrate Libraries Change Lives Week and the role of libraries in sustaining economic growth

Read our 2025 press release to find out how libraries at Inspire are improving the economy, and bringing new opportunities for the people of Nottinghamshire.

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Business & IP Resources in Nottinghamshire

Anyone can access FREE business information and guides at Inspire! Find out more about how it could help your small business to grow.

Volunteer with us!

Help change your life and those around you by giving your time or skills. From making tea to putting those green fingers to use, there's a role everyone can get involved with!

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Places of Welcome

Places of Welcome is a nationwide initiative to provide safe and welcoming spaces for all ages. Click through to find a Places of Welcome session near you.

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What's On

Regular Events in Libraries

Our free regular events in libraries give parents, carers and individuals the opportunity to connect and make friends. Click to find under 5s sessions, craft groups and more!

Adult Learning

Access to Higher Education with Inspire Learning

Change your life path with Access to Higher Education. Considering a career in nursing, social care or occupational therapy? This is the learning course for you.

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Education Library Service

Fuel inspiration in your classroom - our Education Library Service champions reading for pleasure in schools. Reading from the beginning is one of the most important ways to make a difference to young people's life chances.