Not Just Evidence-Based, But Experience-Based : Establishing a Neurodivergent Peer Support Network for Staff in the Library and Information Sector

Walsh, Andrew and Fitzpatrick, Joanne and Haire, Amelia (2026) Not Just Evidence-Based, But Experience-Based : Establishing a Neurodivergent Peer Support Network for Staff in the Library and Information Sector. Health Sciences Libraries Journal, 2 (1). pp. 2-8. ISSN 3088-6694

Abstract

A need for peer support for neurodivergent librarians, in line with the neurodiversity movement, was identified. This article describes this need and the establishment of the Neurodivergent Library and Information Staff Network (NLISN), from initial ideas as NeuroSpicy Libraries, to it’s more formal recreation as NLISN, along with a description of it’s current activities.