Biography   

Cath's co-presenter Gill thought it would be a good idea to write her biography, this is what she had to say about her colleague.

Since arriving from the Audit Commission, Cath has been a dynamic force for transforming Kent's libraries.  Her challenging approach is refreshing and has inspired:

• The modernisation of libraries into funky and fun places to be;
• an openess to new ideas and innovation; and
• a recognition that users should be at the heart of the service

She also has a penchant for expensive jewellery and has a wicked sense of humour!

Abstract: Public Libraries at the heart of the community engagement agenda

A very interactive and strategic level workshop exploring the opportunities presented by public involvement and the perceived barriers to delivering these outcomes.  Most of the seminar will involve group discussion and collective creative thinking.  We will not focus on case studies of good practice but rather on how strategic level managers can create/encourage a culture of public involvement throughout their services.  The output of the seminar will be a shared understanding of the opportunities and barriers to delivering better services through public involvement, and some shared thinking on how to overcome these barriers.

This page was last updated on: 15 August, 2006