Wednesday 29 May 2013

Tribute to Jamaican librarian Dr. Joyce Robinson from the Jamaican Observer

Title: Dr Joyce Robinson, a true human treasure
Date: May 14, 2013
Source: Jamaica Observer
URL: http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/editorial/Dr-Joyce-Robinson--a-true-human-treasure_14261663

Abstract:
This editorial reports on the death of Jamaican librarian Dr. Joyce Robinson and provides a tribute on her accomplishments and work in her service to her country. Brief mentioned is her foundational role in establishing the Jamaican Library service.

Excerpt:
"From a volunteer on a library committee in Black River, she was one of the women and men who worked to establish a full-fledged library service in 1948 and fittingly became its first Jamaican head in 1957." 


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