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The MHRRC LibraryMHRRC
operates a library which contains the largest collection of
human rights and gender materials in the country. The
library is primarily intended for use by NGOs, other civil
society organizations, lawyers, academics and the general
public. The library is an integral
part of the MHRRC. It has been operational since January
1998. Currently the library has one of the best collections
of materials on human rights, democracy, good governance and
other human rights related themes in the country. These
materials have been sourced from both inside and outside
Malawi. The library is open to all human rights NGOs,
institutions and individuals interested in human rights
activities. The library is primarily a reference library.
The catalogue
The library is completely computerized using the CDS/ISIS
software. In addition, the catalogue follows the HURIDOCS
standard format for data entry. HURIDOCS is a universal
network of NGOs, institutions, activists, and others
concerned with information on human rights. It aims at
improving access to and dissemination of public information
on human rights through more effective, appropriate and
compatible methods of information handling through the
production of guidelines which are applicable to collectors
and users of information whether they are equipped with a
variety of computers or are using manual files.
Classification
The library uses a very simplified scheme of classification
so that users can easily access the information. The major
subject areas are as follows:
Other services
In addition to books and journals, the library maintains an
Electronic Reference Library (ERL) in the form of CD-ROM
containing All England Law Reports, Encyclopaedia of Forms
and Precedents and Butterworths Civil Courts Precedents. The
Library also provides access to Internet and Electronic mail
(e-mail).
Books
Visit the books
section of this website for a list of books available in the
library and the
publications section for a list of publications by MHRRC
Location of the Library
The library is physically located in NASAHA Building, first
floor, in Area 3 along Colby road opposite the junction to
the District Commissioners' office in Lilongwe Old Town
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