This presentation examines a process model of cross-sector collaboration centered on public libraries, based on case studies of two municipal libraries in Japan. It explores how libraries function as connective hubs linking government, schools, welfare agencies, private actors, and community organizations through collaborative governance and co-production. By analyzing everyday practices such as participatory workshops and inter-organizational partnerships, the study highlights the potential of public libraries as social infrastructure that supports trust-building, coordination, and inclusive community development.
