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RE: 2024 ALA Executive Board Election Results Announced

Posted By Erin Berman Feb 05, 2024 04:54 PM
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Congratulations to everyone who was elected and a huge thank you to those who stepped up to run this year! Appreciate you all so much. Erin Berman Division Director | Equitable Libraries Main Library Phone: 510-745-1500 | Direct Line: 510-745-1520 aclibrary.org Mission: We Grow ...

RE: ALA Medal of Excellence Call for Nominations Extension | News and Press Center

Posted By Erin Berman Feb 05, 2024 02:08 PM
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Thanks Jim! Is there a pdf of the application anywhere? I only see the online form, which makes you fill out all the required boxes before moving forward. It'd be great to see what questions are asked before choosing to submit. ------------------------------ Erin Berman RainbowRT Councilor Division ...

Core Values for LLX Council

Posted By Erin Berman Dec 20, 2023 02:11 PM
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Hello Council! I hope you're all having a good holiday season. The Core Values Taskforce has reviewed all the comments and feedback submitted on the newly proposed Core Values. I've attached the preamble text with the most up-to-date values. We are working on our report to Council, which will have more ...

Core Values for LLX Council

Posted By Erin Berman Dec 20, 2023 02:10 PM
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RE: Core Values Feedback Requested

Posted By Erin Berman Oct 23, 2023 02:54 PM
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Hello Council! This is a reminder that we will be accepting feedback on the new proposed Core Values until October 31, 2023. Please provide all feedback in this online form (https://aclibrary.libwizard.com/f/ALACoreValues). --------- ALA's Core Values define aspirational values for library workers ...

Core Values Feedback Requested

Posted By Erin Berman Sep 25, 2023 06:37 PM
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Core Values Feedback Requested

Posted By Erin Berman Sep 25, 2023 06:37 PM
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Please review the following drafts of the proposed Core Values and provide all feedback in this online form (https://aclibrary.libwizard.com/f/ALACoreValues). Feedback will be received until October 31, 2023. ALA's Core Values define aspirational values for library workers that serve as a guiding ...

Core Values Feedback Requested

Posted By Erin Berman Sep 25, 2023 02:22 PM
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Core Values Feedback Requested

Posted By Erin Berman Sep 25, 2023 02:22 PM
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Please review the following drafts of the proposed Core Values and provide all feedback in this online form (https://aclibrary.libwizard.com/f/ALACoreValues). Feedback will be received until October 31, 2023. ALA's Core Values define aspirational values for library workers that serve as a guiding ...

RE: Rainbow Council Caucus

Posted By Erin Berman Sep 18, 2023 01:50 PM
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Okay, with a big thank you to Cory Stevenson the group should now be accessible to everyone. ------------------------------ Erin Berman RainbowRT Councilor Division Director, Alameda County Library she/her/hers ------------------------------

RE: Rainbow Council Caucus

Posted By Erin Berman Sep 18, 2023 12:26 PM
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Fun times! Can people try searching for Rainbow Caucus in Connect? It appears in the list when I perform the search, but not sure if that's because I'm already a member. Sorry for the confusion. Apparently the link that works when you're already a member isn't the same for those who are not. ...

RE: Rainbow Council Caucus

Posted By Erin Berman Sep 18, 2023 11:11 AM
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Not sure why the link is giving you trouble. Anyone interested in joining can follow this link: https://bit.ly/rainbowcaucus and join. Erin Berman Division Director | Equitable Libraries Main Library Phone: 510-745-1500 | Direct Line: 510-745-1520 aclibrary.org Mission: We Grow Learners, ...

RE: American Library Association Responds to Montana State Library Commission's Decision to Withdraw Montana State Library's Membership

Posted By Erin Berman Jul 21, 2023 05:42 PM
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This is AMAZING, Nadia! Thank you so much for putting it together Erin Berman Division Director | Learning Group Main Library Phone: 510-745-1500 | Direct Line: 510-745-1520 aclibrary.org Mission: We Grow Learners, Break Barriers, Build Futures Vision: Kind, Connected Humans Values: ...

#ALAWantsYou to run for ALA President or Councilor at Large

Posted By Erin Berman Jul 18, 2023 12:45 PM
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Now more than ever, ALA needs strong leaders who can stand up against censorship. You can learn more about running for ALA President and Councilor at Large during the Nominating Committee's Town Hall on August 3 at 12:30pm EST. The webinar will cover the role and responsibilities of an elected leader, ...

#ALAWantsYou to run for ALA President or Councilor at Large

Posted By Erin Berman Jul 18, 2023 12:13 PM
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Now more than ever, ALA needs strong intellectual freedom fighters in leadership positions. You can learn more about running for ALA President and Councilor at Large during our Town Hall on August 3 at 12:30pm EST. A recording will be available after the event. The webinar will cover the role and responsibilities ...

RE: Interested in Running for ALA President?

Posted By Erin Berman Jul 18, 2023 12:10 PM
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I forgot to list the date, apologies! The Town Hall will be on August 3 at 12:30pm EST. Here's the registration link again. Erin Berman Division Director | Learning Group Main Library Phone: 510-745-1500 | Direct Line: 510-745-1520 aclibrary.org Mission: We Grow Learners, Break Barriers, ...

Interested in Running for ALA President?

Posted By Erin Berman Jul 18, 2023 12:04 PM
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Do you want to serve ALA in a new way? Consider running for President! The Nominating Committee is hosting an online open house for members interested in becoming the 2025-2026 ALA President or 2024-2027 Councilor at Large. The webinar will cover the role and responsibilities of an elected leader, an ...

RE: American Library Association Responds to Montana State Library Commission's Decision to Withdraw Montana State Library's Membership

Posted By Erin Berman Jul 18, 2023 11:40 AM
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Thank you Andrew and Jessamyn. We just passed a resolution at annual asking the EB to release a statement condemning the discrimination and firing of library workers for their LGBTQIA+ identities. It was so disappointing to then see that happen to Emily and not even one line in the response showing support ...

RE: Baseball fundraiser for Merritt Fund

Posted By Erin Berman Jul 14, 2023 01:26 PM
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Fantastic! I had such a great time. Thank you for organizing Erin Berman Division Director | Learning Group Main Library Phone: 510-745-1500 | Direct Line: 510-745-1520 aclibrary.org Mission: We Grow Learners, Break Barriers, Build Futures Vision: Kind, Connected Humans Values: Authenticity, ...

RE: American Library Association Responds to Montana State Library Commission's Decision to Withdraw Montana State Library's Membership

Posted By Erin Berman Jul 14, 2023 12:52 PM
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Thank you for sharing that letter Jessamyn! Have to say that I was a bit confused and disappointed by the official ALA response. All it seemed to do was talk about what ALA does and that the association would continue to support library workers. While I understand the hesitancy on the part of the association, ...