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  • Information Science
  • Sociology of Knowledge

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  • Contemporary society faces significant events like pandemics and evolving discussions on race and gender.
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Purpose of the Study:

  • To emphasize the professional duty of librarians and archivists in documenting the present.
  • To highlight the importance of durable records for future historical and social research.

Main Methods:

  • This abstract does not detail specific methods.
  • The professional responsibility is discussed conceptually.

Main Results:

  • The creation of durable records is presented as an essential professional responsibility.
  • Failure to document the present risks obscuring future understanding.

Conclusions:

  • Librarians and archivists play a vital role in preserving the historical record.
  • Documenting current societal issues ensures future scholarly access and comprehension.