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B. S. Johnson was an ‘archiving author’, very much concerned with the loss of truth in the process of transforming ‘memory’ to ‘history’, and acutely aware of the inherent instability of language as a means for communicating such truth. This dissertation takes the work of Johnson as a starting point by which to probe the boundaries of archival theory and examine the assumptions that underpin the archival processes of selection and appraisal, arrangement and description and providing access. The author argues that narrative forces both internal and external to the record undermine our ability to locate truth in the archive, and considers proposals for highlighting this to future users.
The main purpose of this study was to determine to which extent the archival institutions in Palestine are managing public records effectively and efficiently. Depending on the results, the study recommends a program of action to improve the management of public records and archives in Palestine government institutions. A descriptive analytical methodology will be followed in this study in collecting data, analysis, and testing hypothesizes by development a questionnaire. The study mainly revealed that there is low awareness about the importance of records management, and also there is low interest in this field as well. Secondly, archival legislations, policies and regulations were not produced yet. Records management policies, procedures, systems and structures aren't governed by uniform standards, nor guided by international standards and principles. Thirdly, there is lack of strategic plans, priorities, and responsibilities, or structures. Fourthly, Resources are inadequate; including staff, buildings, equipment, funding and information technology is very poor as well. Fifthly, environmental conditions of preservation and physical infrastructure are inappropriate, and monitoring and controlling instruments are unavailable. Sixth, there is lack of monitoring and evaluation to performance to take necessary adjustments. And lastly, there is lack of cooperation in preservation activities on the regional and international levels.
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Articles Archives in a Wider World: The Culture and Politics of Archives * SARAH TYACKE2001 •
ABSTRACT This is a reflective essay on some of the cultural, literary criticism, historical , and postmodern implications for records management and archiving, archives, and archivists from a point of view situated in the United Kingdom. It is based on observing the changes, over the past ten years, in the position of archives in various countries' perceptions. The author maintains that archivists have the critical role of producing an archiving resolution of the tensions in society at any one time between what should be kept and destroyed, and what should be open and closed-both for the present and, more importantly, for future generations. Archivists need to make the manner of the archival resolution clear and understand the inherent biases in the processes necessary to achieve that resolution. The subject of archives is, on the face of it, dry and dusty, but nevertheless fascinating for all sorts of reasons to many millions of people across the world. Moreover, in its formal, organizational, and utilitarian guise as "Arch-ives," it is increasingly emerging from the "basement to the boardroom" in governments and organizations and becoming a cultural phenomenon at the same *
Research in the Archival Multiverse
Aboriginal Community Archives - A Case Study in Ethical Community Research2017 •
Aboriginal individuals and communities are heavily documented in archival collections throughout Australia. In New South Wales (NSW) significant material has been collected on Aboriginal communities that document personal, family and community histories. Many Aboriginal people are accessing these collections and returning copies to their communities so that they can be used as a local resource. In addition to this, there is strong community interest in establishing Aboriginal community archives. As a case study in ethical community research, this chapter will discuss the research approach, design and methods that were employed to explore the archival needs of the Aboriginal community in Singleton, NSW. The chapter will discuss the rationale for designing community-based research that is respectful of the Aboriginal community. In the case study, an ethical community research approach was vital to the full engagement and participation of the community in identifying issues and aspirations relating to the establishment of an Aboriginal community archive, and exercising control over the management of their cultural heritage. In exploring this approach the chapter will provide insight into the methods and techniques used, and their effectiveness in conducting partnership research. In addition, it will discuss the importance of self-reflection and immersive research methods as essential components of conducting meaningful and outcome based community research.
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