H V Evatt Library (Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade)
Special library
Open to the public: No
Opening hours: 9.30 am – 5 pm Monday to Friday
Number of staff: 2.6
Describe your collection
The collection is concentrated in the priority areas of foreign relations and trade-related matters. Other topics covered include international law, especially treaties and trade law, human rights issues, diplomacy, international organisations, international security, particularly non-proliferation as well as nuclear, chemical and biological weapons.
What’s unique about your collection?
It specialises in supporting the work of the department and is quite extensive.
Who are your clients/patrons?
The H V Evatt Library provides a complete library and information service for the staff of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, both in Australia and overseas.
Do you have archival material?
We only have published material.
How do your clients/customers use your library?
They visit, make extensive use of our online resources, email or phone us.
What services do you provide (distribution of information, research services, user education, programs and events, special activities)?
Our services include:
- Locating, selecting, acquiring and making available a wide range of published and online information resources relevant to the department.
- Providing a prompt and efficient reference service that anticipates and responds to reference and information requests.
- Educating and informing DFAT staff on how to access and use information resources and services.
- Providing a current awareness service to alert clients to new resources.
- Facilitating access to information resources held within the department.
- Providing access to information resources held outside the department through participation in library and resource sharing networks.
- Collecting information published in the public domain by and about the department.
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