Abstract
ABSTRACT This paper will discuss ALIA NGAC’s explorations of the impact of mandatory employment requirements within the library and information services sector, with a focus on the challenges faced by new generation professionals. Using a qualitative research approach, we uncovered the real-life experiences faced by individuals encountering hidden barriers to employment, particularly those related to drivers licence requirements and the need to work across multiple locations. In late 2023, we conducted a survey which allowed respondents to express their feelings about these requirements and offer suggestions for how the library and information services sector could address them. Our findings reveal that these requirements often act as exclusionary barriers, especially for individuals with disabilities, leading to difficulties in job applications, the burden of disclosing disabilities, and feelings of underrepresentation and discrimination. Our research has identified several pathways to alleviate the impact of these mandatory employment requirements, fostering a more inclusive and equitable workforce in the LIS sector.
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