It is hoped a Swedish library project that allows people to "borrow" a human may provide useful insight into those with different beliefs, sexual orientation or lifestyles.
The Malmö Library Library in southern Sweden says the Living Library project will enable people to spend time with others they hold prejudices against, in the hopes of altering their preconceived notions.
The library says the 9 people available for loan this weekend include a homosexual, a Muslim religious leader, an animal rights campaigner, a journalist, and a gypsy.
Members of the public will be able to borrow them for a 45 minute conversation in the library's outdoor cafe.
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