ACRL Training & Equity in Library Work Discussion Group

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Charge: To create a discussion forum to discuss, research, and envision the many pathways to satisfying and equitable library work. At the outset, the interest is multi-pronged: practices or programs for making the MLS/MLIS experience more accessible and authentic, particularly for underrepresented and marginalized populations; parallel pathways to (or alternative credentialing for) librarian positions; and increasing equity between library worker classifications (in terms of compensation, benefits, professional development funding, institutional and disciplinary power, & etc.).
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  • 1.  Brainstorm: Meeting Topics

    Posted Mar 14, 2024 11:55 AM

    In this thread, please feel free to share resources, ideas, or inspirations that we might use as future meeting topics.



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    Hannah Mendro
    Collections Lead
    University of Washington
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  • 2.  RE: Brainstorm: Meeting Topics

    Posted Apr 05, 2024 05:16 PM

    <<just a brainstorm>>

    I don't know if this is within the scope of this Discussion Group's area, but I keep seeing these threads about various state legislatures' interactions with ALA and requiring an ALA-accredited credential for librarian positions. I'm wondering about the impact this has on the public's perceptions of the field, and I'm wondering how library workers can continue advocating for and demonstrating the value of our work in these times.

    Threads I've been seeing include these ALA Connect ones:

    • https://connect.ala.org/discussion/louisiana-house-bill-777
    • https://connect.ala.org/discussion/defend-librarian-expertise-reject-sb390-georgia-library-association

    warmly,



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    Je Salvador
    Research & Instruction Librarian
    University of Washington Libraries
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