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Wednesday June 14 at 2:00 pm US Eastern, 11:00 am US Pacific Book challenges and bans have been on the rise across the nation since 2020, especially in public and school libraries. Many librarians have faced these challenges with courage and commitment to the principles of intellectual freedom and access to information, while others have[...]

Redefining the library experience: Insights and inspiration Join Lynn Silipigni Connaway, Executive Director, OCLC Research, and library leaders from OCLC’s Global Council as they share results from the 2023 global survey on “Redefining the library experience.” Join Lynn Silipigni Connaway, Executive Director, OCLC Research, and library leaders from OCLC’s Global Council as they share results[...]

Freedom of Information Law Virtual Training Friday, June 16 10-11:30am This session provides an opportunity for attendees to learn more about an agency’s responsibilities in relation to the Freedom of Information Law.  The class will provide an opportunity for questions and answers from the instructor. Registration link

Financial Planning & Budgeting (Tuesday, June 20, 2023 | 5:00-6:30pm) REGISTER

Open Meetings Law Virtual Training Friday, June 23 10-11:30am This session provides an opportunity for attendees to learn more about a public body’s responsibilities in relation to the Open Meetings Law, particularly with regard to several recent statutory amendments.  The class will focus in part on recent changes to the ability of a public body[...]

Low Morale in Libraries: Impacts and Countermeasures Learn about important research on low morale and leave with actionable ideas for promoting a healthy work environment for all staff and cultivating empathetic leadership in libraries. Low morale is detrimental to the health and well-being of employees, library organizations, and the communities they serve. Kaetrena Davis Kendrick[...]