Linguistic Diversity in Library Catalogs: Challenges and Innovations in Multilingual Resource Management

Abstract

The increasing cultural and linguistic diversity worldwide has emphasized the need for libraries to manage resources across multiple languages. This paper examines the challenges in managing multilingual library catalogs and explores innovations aimed at enhancing access to linguistic diversity. Using real-time data from multilingual catalog implementations and case studies from global libraries, we evaluate current practices and the role of emerging technologies, such as machine translation and linked data, in addressing these issues. Findings reveal a blend of technical and operational challenges, alongside innovative solutions that aim to improve resource accessibility for diverse language users.