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When we think about crisis preparedness for libraries, we often focus on emergency plans, communication protocols, and service continuity. But there’s another crucial step that can make or break your ability to respond effectively to a crisis: removing barriers to library access and use—before a crisis hits. This just one piece a larger conversation about… Continue reading Remove Barriers Now So You’re Ready Later: Crisis Preparedness for Libraries
Lessons from the Past, Solutions for the Future Libraries across the country are facing an uncertain future. The uncertainty of federal support for libraries, combined with local or state impacts, has left libraries vulnerable. And increasing challenges to books and programs are thrusting library leaders into the spotlight with little or no preparation. How can… Continue reading Navigating Unstable Library Funding in an Uncertain World
Public libraries have long stood as beacons of knowledge, inclusivity, and access. They are places where individuals from all walks of life can seek information, engage in community programs, and encounter diverse perspectives. However, in an increasingly polarized world, the role of libraries in addressing social justice issues has become more complex. How can libraries… Continue reading Balancing Social Justice and Neutrality in Libraries
It was exactly four years ago today that I announced I was writing a book for ALA Editions. A year later, Library Marketing and Communications: Strategies to Increase Relevance and Results came out -- in a very different world than the one I started writing in. At the time of this announcement, I knew I… Continue reading Reflecting Back on my Book
My typical weekend routine, if I'm not dashing off to a kid-related activity, is to listen to NPR's Weekend Edition while I drink my coffee. This past weekend, I was intrigued to hear a promo for a story about a library director. "This library director resigned after continuous dramatics over featured books" The story itself… Continue reading Communications Tips for Libraries Facing Book Challenges
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