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Amelia Haire

@ahaire.bsky.social
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AuDHDer with special interests in books, books about books, neurodivergence, information literacy... There's a theme here. Secretary @NLISN Librarian @QAHE

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Andrew Walsh @playbrarian.uk · 03/09/2026
Our little article (me & @ahaire.bsky.social) on Neurodiverse Perceptions of #infolit has made it onto SSRN now, so has a DOI :) dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn...
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Neurodiverse Perceptions of Information Literacy
In many academic and professional settings, IL is treated as something people either possess or lack. Once someone is qualified or trained, they are often assum
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
25 years difference, but same elbow fractured!
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
And that’s #NLISN26 done and dusted! I am buzzing with happiness and exhaustion. Having a space where everyone felt able to unmask, fidget and be themselves was amazing. Here’s to the power of neurodiversity and community! Now, I’m off to sleep for a couple of days…
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
This is my favourite image and I now want a tattoo of it…
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Robot Mel @robotmeile.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Sharks required to cheer up the depressing part of the presentation! Things will only get better from now! #NLISN26
Andy holding a knitted shark he won by recognising Norway
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
It’s begun! We have neurotype stickers, NLISN stickers, shark stickers, fidgets on every table, play dough… #NLISN26
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Tomorrow’s the day! The first ever @nlisn.bsky.social conference kicks off tomorrow, and I am so excited! It feels really special to take part in organising a conference where we put a lot of thought into sensory needs and neurodivergent needs. Counting down the hours!
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Friends TV: Chandler Bing's Iconic Dance
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Book incoming...📚
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Focused Writing Session Animation
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Andrew Walsh @playbrarian.uk · 05/06/2026
And this one again with Amelia (it was nice to have a bit of a rant about #infolit again). informationmatters.org/2026/05/neur...
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Neurodiverse Perceptions of Information Literacy - Information Matters
In many academic and professional settings, IL is treated as something people either possess or lack. Once someone is qualified or trained, they are often assumed to be information literate by default...
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Andrew Walsh @playbrarian.uk · 05/06/2026
After years of struggling to write anything, it's quite pleasing the brain fog is lifting enough to produce some written words again! Especially thanks to Amelia as a co-author. We've got this piece with @jofitz.bsky.social and @ahaire.bsky.social journals.ucc.ie/index.php/hs...
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Not Just Evidence-Based, But Experience-Based: Establishing a Neurodivergent Peer Support Network for Staff in the Library and Information Sector | Health Sciences Libraries Journal
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Ever since seeing Kirsten MacQuarrie’s talk at #CALC26, I knew I HAD to read this book. Inspiring, important and indispensable (oh the joys of alliteration)
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
What a day! My #CALC26 present came today after I won the raffle-esque wheel the first day.. I am so excited to read this 📚📚📚
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Andrew Walsh @playbrarian.uk · 26/05/2026
Oh, a PDF of an article @ahaire.bsky.social @jofitz.bsky.social and I wrote about @nlisn.bsky.social has just dropped into my email for final checks! Hopefully that means not long until publication:)
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Andrew Walsh @playbrarian.uk · 26/05/2026
A little thing on #infolit and #neurodiversity from @ahaire.bsky.social and I informationmatters.org/2026/05/neur...
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Neurodiverse Perceptions of Information Literacy - Information Matters
In many academic and professional settings, IL is treated as something people either possess or lack. Once someone is qualified or trained, they are often assumed to be information literate by default...
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
A working from home mascot is essential.
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
🚨 Exciting news! 🚨 We’re hosting the first ever NLISN Conference 🎉 📍 Leeds 📅 17–18 July Join us for two days of connection, ideas, and inspiration with people passionate about learning, inclusion & support networks. #NLISN #Conference #Leeds #Inclusion #Learning #Neurodiversity #Autism #ADHD
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NLISN Conference
Our first 2 day conference for neurodivergent library and information workers, held in person in Leeds, UK. 16th/17th July 2026.
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
@playbrarian.uk and I are writing a book! Andy has been so kind throughout the process, and I have already learnt so much. (Primarily how jealous I am that he works from the beach). We're up to 14,000 words now- shows the power of writing about your special interest! #NeurodivergentLibrarians
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kermit the frog is typing on a typewriter .
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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
📣Shout out for submissions is closing tomorrow⚠️
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Today, on #WorldAutismAwarenessDay, I’m wearing my sunflower lanyard (usually reserved for airports). I’m using my privileges to help make hidden disabilities more visible. I’m celebrating the way my brain is wired. 💛🌻 #ActuallyAutistic #HiddenDisabilities #NeurodiversityAtWork
A sunflower lanyard with a card that says I am autisticwoman wearing a sunflower lanyard
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
I’m on the committee for the first NLISN Conference📚 🗓 16–17 July 2026 We’re looking for submissions on neurodivergence in library, information, or archive work; talks, workshops, or wildcard ideas very welcome. Deadline: 2 April 2026 Details + submissions form on the NLISN website.
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Conference
We’re launching our first two day conference in 2026 with our call for contributions and our booking site, both now open. (See below). This page will evolve as we add more details about the c…
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
I got to go to the London Book Fair yesterday, what fun! Really interesting talks about AI, responsibility and of course, we were surrounded by books! I also felt very lucky to see the wonderful @alisonhicks0.bsky.social chair an important panel on Book Banning (w/Juno Dawson!!)
A hall filled with book stalls
A panel talkA penguin book display
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
New episode alert! I had the absolute joy of joining Chatting Info Lit and to talk about my dissertation: what I researched, what surprised me, and how it still shapes the way I think about information literacy today. 🎧 Episode link: open.spotify.com/episode/79bD...
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Episode 12: Autistic Librarians in Academic Library Workplaces (with Amelia Haire)
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London Review of Books @lrb.co.uk · 23/12/2025
‘The alchemist saw himself operating on multiple levels of reality. By examining the behaviour of metals, he hoped to gain insight not only into their material properties but into the most profound mysteries of the universe.’ Nick Richardson on alchemy. www.lrb.co.uk/the-paper/v4...
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Nick Richardson · Puffing on the Coals: Alchemical Art
Chemical reactions reflect human dramas, which reflect celestial movements, which reflect the mind of the divine. The...
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Medieval Military Medicine @medmilmedicine.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
“How many shopping days left till Christmas ?!?” - 1440, Morgan Library and Museum, MS M.917, p. 245
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
I still can't believe how many people attended this talk! It was an incredible experience.
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
Got to be repping the ‘tism, even when working from home. #Unmasked #UnmaskingAutism
A desktop, keyboard and mouse with a laptop being held up by two books
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Caroline Ball @heroicendeavour.eurosky.social · 11/11/2025
@nlisn.bsky.social is collecting case studies, to showcase stories from our network and show others like us that they are not alone. Share your story with us, big or small, about what you’ve learned, the support you’ve found, or how the network has made a difference. nlisn.org/case-studies/
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Case Studies
NLISN are collecting case studies that showcase stories from the network. We would like to demonstrate what is possible to improve and achieve, show others like us that they are not alone, and demo…
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
It's quite hard to be autistic in a neurotypical world. I've been experiencing autistic burnout like never before at the moment, but something that's helped is seeing other Autistics, AuDHDer's, and ADHDer's talk about their experiences on here. (Having a brilliant supervisor helps too).
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
This is the first time I've been cited, what an honour to have it be about a topic as important as this one! An excellent read.
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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
We will be closing our representation statistics survey at some point in the next month, and we have already heard from more than 1000 neurodivergent librarians! #librarians #neurodiversity lancasteruni.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
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Qualtrics Survey | Qualtrics Experience Management
The most powerful, simple and trusted way to gather experience data. Start your journey to experience management and try a free account today.
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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
Huge thankyou to CILIP Disability Network for awarding NLISN this Accessibility Award, which has now safely arrived in the post! We won as an organisation so although Jo and Andy are named, this award is for all of us. The committee, the network and all our allies. #cilip #libraries #accessibility
A glass award engraved with NLISN details
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
And that sums up the first NLISN AGM! I may be biased, but @jofitz.bsky.social and @playbrarian.uk are brilliant humans. Thank you to all the members of the committee, and the network, who are helping us neurodivergent folks know we're not alone in this big old library world! @nlisn.bsky.social
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Neurodivergent Library and Information Staff Network
Supporting Neurodivergent Library Staff in the UK
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
I've been really excited for the latest @nlisn.bsky.social event, Christine Moeller's talk about the workplace experiences of neurodivergent librarians! #NLISNTakeCareOfYourself
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Jo Fitzpatrick @jofitz.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
Free Masterclasses on various topics to do with Neurodiversity www.eventbrite.ie/e/neurodiver...
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Neurodiversity - Masterclass Series
Experience a broad range of topics and world-class speakers; from neurodiverse individuals and advocates to researchers and employers.
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 30/08/2025
I’ve been on a streak of brilliant reads lately (Her Majesty’s Royal Coven, Butter, and Yellowface). Just finished Chris Whitaker’s All the Colours of the Dark and I’m obsessed. As in, I read it in 5 hours and nearly cried, obsessed. Anyone else? #Allthecoloursofthedark
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All the Colors of the Dark
1975 is a time of change in America. The Vietnam War is…
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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
On 2/9/25 we have the @christinemmoe.bsky.social giving a #free online talk: “You deserve to take care of yourself” This is based on findings from a #research project on the #workplace experiences of #neurodivergent #librarians More info here ➡️ nlisn.org/events/ #Employment #Dyslexia #Autism #ADHD
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Events
Current events: “You deserve to take care of yourself”: The Workplace Experiences of Neurodivergent Librarians NLISN are hosting an online event on September 2nd 3:30-4:30 BST wher…
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
Lovely @playbrarian.uk is running a brilliant webinar on the 8th of Sep! Would definitely recommend going. To quote myself: "Find out more of what it's like to be in my brain! (Phantom of the Opera/Stormzy constant backing track not included)" www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/working-wi...
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
Nothing more humbling than being asked if you’re “really” over 18 by charity people and then the Face Verification not working for BlueSky. (I also get ID’d for Red bull a lot). I JUST HAVE A BABY FACE OK (I’m 26).
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Andrew Walsh @playbrarian.uk · 15/07/2025
We've (@nlisn.bsky.social) just launched a new way to join in with us! You can officially become a member, for free, or with a voluntary contribution. Or pay a minimum amount for a printed membership pack in the post. membermojo.co.uk/nlisn
The logo of N L I S N, a circle with a head in the centre, with lines coming out in two directions and the letters N L I S N underneath.
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
There are many, many things I miss about living in York. The people, the city, Explore Libraries, my little cottage... And Betty the library cat. #LibraryCat #ExploreYork #PublicLibraries
A woman with a cat on her lap.
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
I'm really excited to announce that I have had my first article published in the @jinfolit.bsky.social! I hope this article sparks conversations about how workplace information literacy is experienced by autistic librarians.📑📑 journals.cilip.org.uk/jil/article/...
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What does it mean to be information literate for an autistic librarian in the academic library workplace? | Journal of Information Literacy
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
"Can you provide an example of action you have taken in the workplace to support a sense of belonging for all?" This was a recent interview Q I had. I’ve spent years hiding my neurodiversity. But celebrating it fosters belonging. (1/5)
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 26/05/2025
I graduated last week! What a year it has been. A massive thank you to @alisonhicks0.bsky.social for your amazing support. #graduate @ucl.ac.uk
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Ani and I have loved attending #CALC25 today! Some really hard discussions and calls to action amongst tough topics. Thank you to the wonderful @patchedelbows.bsky.social and @michelleab.bsky.social!
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Excited for @heroicendeavour.bsky.social’s presentation “Navigating the third space: Professional identity and knowledge equity in academic libraries”!
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Extremely honest and difficult session with Nancy Bruseker. Asking the big and uncomfortable questions that makes us all think. #CALC25
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Louise Savage’s presentation, “Unsafe in Safe Spaces: an exploration of the workplace experiences of female library workers” is literally taking my breath away. Incredibly powerful, uncomfortable and scary. Thank you, Louise. #CALC25
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Seconded! So brilliant and fascinating- my brain is going everywhere now!
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Really excited for #CALC25! Some important topics are going to be explored.
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Amelia Haire @ahaire.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
The phrase “everyone needs an Alison in their life” (educational, supervisional, or just in their general sphere), said during the #LILAC25 conference, comes to mind when reading this article. Proud supervisee over here! @alisonhicks0.bsky.social
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Trump-style book censorship is spreading – just ask British librarians | Alison Hicks
UK school librarians are also coming under pressure to remove books from their shelves, says Alison Hicks, associate professor in library and information studies at UCL
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