Links Selection Policy

TeenLink is published by

The Office of Young Adult Services
The New York Public Library
455 5th Avenue
New York, NY, 10016
teenlink.org

The links on this site are reviewed and updated monthly, as recommended by the Office of Young Adult Services.

Selection Policy

Our Internet resources are selected by professional librarians who serve young adults.

Resources are selected using the following criteria:

• The site is appealing and useful for young adults (aged 12-18).

• Site content is appropriate to the needs and interests of teens including material that meets their informational, recreational, and educational needs. The site also encourages teen inquiry and reflection as they relate to these needs.

• The site is compliant with COPPA and other federal legislation.

• The site is of acceptable quality given its authorship, content, and purpose. We look to make sure that:

  • The source for the content of the site is listed. Author contact information is provided. The source is reputable.

  • The information on the site is current. A creation/revision date is provided. Update information is available.

  • The site is easy to use and does not require the highest-level of technology available in order to access its resources.

  • The site is free from extensive marketing or promotions related to products sold by the creators/hosts of the site.

   

American Library Association Statements

The New York Public Library is guided by the following American Library Association statements on access to information:

The Library Bill of Rights

Freedom to Read Statement

Interpretation of the Library Bill of Rights: Free Access to Libraries for Minors and Access to Electronic Information Services and Resources

Link Reconsideration Statement

We recognize that Internet resources change scope and direction rapidly. The decision to remove a link to a site may be made for any of the following reasons:

• A new site (or sites) is available with the same or better content.

• The site no longer meets TeenLink's selection criteria.

• The site conflicts with NYPL policies.

Please send your comments on this site to teenlink.org .

This policy last updated 7-12-01.