SRRT (Social Responsibilities Round Table)

I would like to suggest, as the basis for an SRRT panel or program, library historian Wayne Wiegand's In silence or indifference, a book documenting the racist practices of public school libraries in the South in the Jim Crow era.  I think one of the most important things about this excellent book is that it is a necessary corrective to one of ALA's most cherished myths--namely that the Association has always been an opponent of racism and a fighter for equal library rights in all places and times.  Surely one of the most important roles of any history is to shine the cleansing light of truth on the comforting lies that members of a nation or community tell each other.

I would like to suggest, as the basis for an SRRT panel or program, library historian Wayne Wiegand's In silence or indifference, a book documenting the racist practices of public school libraries in the South in the Jim Crow era.  I think one of the most important things about this excellent book is that it is a necessary corrective to one of ALA's most cherished myths--namely that the Association has always been an opponent of racism and a fighter for equal library rights in all places and times.  Surely one of the most important roles of any history is to shine the cleansing light of truth on the comforting lies that members of a nation or community tell each other.

I would like to suggest, as the basis for an SRRT panel or program, library historian Wayne Wiegand's In silence or indifference, a book documenting the racist practices of public school libraries in the South in the Jim Crow era.  I think one of the most important things about this excellent book is that it is a necessary corrective to one of ALA's most cherished myths--namely that the Association has always been an opponent of racism and a fighter for equal library rights in all places and times.  Surely one of the most important roles of any history is to shine the cleansing light of truth on the comforting lies that members of a nation or community tell each other.

Yes, I heard Wayne give a talk on the book last year, before it was published. His rich content is such an important springboard for critical, social justice-oriented conversations of the type SRRT should be promoting. I will discuss with our programming committee and then reach out to Wayne, based on input. I am confident our committee will think it's a great idea. Thanks for raising it!

I would like to suggest, as the basis for an SRRT panel or program, library historian Wayne Wiegand's In silence or indifference, a book documenting the racist practices of public school libraries in the South in the Jim Crow era.  I think one of the most important things about this excellent book is that it is a necessary corrective to one of ALA's most cherished myths--namely that the Association has always been an opponent of racism and a fighter for equal library rights in all places and times.  Surely one of the most important roles of any history is to shine the cleansing light of truth on the comforting lies that members of a nation or community tell each other.

I would like to suggest, as the basis for an SRRT panel or program, library historian Wayne Wiegand's In silence or indifference, a book documenting the racist practices of public school libraries in the South in the Jim Crow era.  I think one of the most important things about this excellent book is that it is a necessary corrective to one of ALA's most cherished myths--namely that the Association has always been an opponent of racism and a fighter for equal library rights in all places and times.  Surely one of the most important roles of any history is to shine the cleansing light of truth on the comforting lies that members of a nation or community tell each other.

Team, 

This discussion idea could be one of many great panel presentation topics for the 2025 annual meeting. I wasn't sure if we were planning for that type of venue. It would be a way to connect with the many librarians in attendance. It might also be a great recruiting tool for SRRT.

Don

CPCC Digital Literacy Specialist

Instructional and Research Services

CPCC Libraries

Office: 704-330-3598

ALA SRRT-Action Council Member (23-25)
Member of ALA - IFC  and ALA - COD

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I would like to suggest, as the basis for an SRRT panel or program, library historian Wayne Wiegand's In silence or indifference, a book documenting the racist practices of public school libraries in the South in the Jim Crow era.  I think one of the most important things about this excellent book is that it is a necessary corrective to one of ALA's most cherished myths--namely that the Association has always been an opponent of racism and a fighter for equal library rights in all places and times.  Surely one of the most important roles of any history is to shine the cleansing light of truth on the comforting lies that members of a nation or community tell each other.

Team, 

This discussion idea could be one of many great panel presentation topics for the 2025 annual meeting. I wasn't sure if we were planning for that type of venue. It would be a way to connect with the many librarians in attendance. It might also be a great recruiting tool for SRRT.

Don

CPCC Digital Literacy Specialist

Instructional and Research Services

CPCC Libraries

Office: 704-330-3598

ALA SRRT-Action Council Member (23-25)
Member of ALA - IFC  and ALA - COD

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8d80230d1ab04c6f91f7758a2c20c695@cpcc.edu?anonymous&ep=signature" style="color: #0078D4; text-decoration: none">Book time to meet with me

I would like to suggest, as the basis for an SRRT panel or program, library historian Wayne Wiegand's In silence or indifference, a book documenting the racist practices of public school libraries in the South in the Jim Crow era.  I think one of the most important things about this excellent book is that it is a necessary corrective to one of ALA's most cherished myths--namely that the Association has always been an opponent of racism and a fighter for equal library rights in all places and times.  Surely one of the most important roles of any history is to shine the cleansing light of truth on the comforting lies that members of a nation or community tell each other.

I wonder if there's any SRRT members going to Annual that have decent video equipment that would be willing to record the panel/program? We could then share the recording online after the conference.

April

Team, 

This discussion idea could be one of many great panel presentation topics for the 2025 annual meeting. I wasn't sure if we were planning for that type of venue. It would be a way to connect with the many librarians in attendance. It might also be a great recruiting tool for SRRT.

Don

CPCC Digital Literacy Specialist

Instructional and Research Services

CPCC Libraries

Office: 704-330-3598

ALA SRRT-Action Council Member (23-25)
Member of ALA - IFC  and ALA - COD

8d80230d1ab04c6f91f7758a2c20c695@cpcc.edu?anonymous&ep=signature">

8d80230d1ab04c6f91f7758a2c20c695@cpcc.edu?anonymous&ep=signature" style="color: #0078D4; text-decoration: none">Book time to meet with me

I would like to suggest, as the basis for an SRRT panel or program, library historian Wayne Wiegand's In silence or indifference, a book documenting the racist practices of public school libraries in the South in the Jim Crow era.  I think one of the most important things about this excellent book is that it is a necessary corrective to one of ALA's most cherished myths--namely that the Association has always been an opponent of racism and a fighter for equal library rights in all places and times.  Surely one of the most important roles of any history is to shine the cleansing light of truth on the comforting lies that members of a nation or community tell each other.

I wonder if there's any SRRT members going to Annual that have decent video equipment that would be willing to record the panel/program? We could then share the recording online after the conference.

April

Team, 

This discussion idea could be one of many great panel presentation topics for the 2025 annual meeting. I wasn't sure if we were planning for that type of venue. It would be a way to connect with the many librarians in attendance. It might also be a great recruiting tool for SRRT.

Don

CPCC Digital Literacy Specialist

Instructional and Research Services

CPCC Libraries

Office: 704-330-3598

ALA SRRT-Action Council Member (23-25)
Member of ALA - IFC  and ALA - COD

8d80230d1ab04c6f91f7758a2c20c695@cpcc.edu?anonymous&ep=signature">

8d80230d1ab04c6f91f7758a2c20c695@cpcc.edu?anonymous&ep=signature" style="color: #0078D4; text-decoration: none">Book time to meet with me

I would like to suggest, as the basis for an SRRT panel or program, library historian Wayne Wiegand's In silence or indifference, a book documenting the racist practices of public school libraries in the South in the Jim Crow era.  I think one of the most important things about this excellent book is that it is a necessary corrective to one of ALA's most cherished myths--namely that the Association has always been an opponent of racism and a fighter for equal library rights in all places and times.  Surely one of the most important roles of any history is to shine the cleansing light of truth on the comforting lies that members of a nation or community tell each other.

Following up on this thread: SRRT's Programming Committee is exploring incorporating a panel with Wiegand, Overbey, and Folk into a mini- or full summit on LIS historical and present-day practices toward and relationships with communities and populations of color, with a scope of discussion that is expansive, theoretical, practical, and accessible to a broad range of attendees. Please stay tuned!

I wonder if there's any SRRT members going to Annual that have decent video equipment that would be willing to record the panel/program? We could then share the recording online after the conference.

April

Team, 

This discussion idea could be one of many great panel presentation topics for the 2025 annual meeting. I wasn't sure if we were planning for that type of venue. It would be a way to connect with the many librarians in attendance. It might also be a great recruiting tool for SRRT.

Don

CPCC Digital Literacy Specialist

Instructional and Research Services

CPCC Libraries

Office: 704-330-3598

ALA SRRT-Action Council Member (23-25)
Member of ALA - IFC  and ALA - COD

8d80230d1ab04c6f91f7758a2c20c695@cpcc.edu?anonymous&ep=signature">

8d80230d1ab04c6f91f7758a2c20c695@cpcc.edu?anonymous&ep=signature" style="color: #0078D4; text-decoration: none">Book time to meet with me

I would like to suggest, as the basis for an SRRT panel or program, library historian Wayne Wiegand's In silence or indifference, a book documenting the racist practices of public school libraries in the South in the Jim Crow era.  I think one of the most important things about this excellent book is that it is a necessary corrective to one of ALA's most cherished myths--namely that the Association has always been an opponent of racism and a fighter for equal library rights in all places and times.  Surely one of the most important roles of any history is to shine the cleansing light of truth on the comforting lies that members of a nation or community tell each other.

Rachel,

If there is bandwidth for digital equity/parity discussions I would like to contribute and collaborate.

Best Regards,

Don

CPCC Digital Literacy Specialist

Instructional and Research Services

CPCC Libraries

Office: 704-330-3598

ALA SRRT-Action Council Member (23-25)
Member of ALA - IFC  and ALA - COD

8d80230d1ab04c6f91f7758a2c20c695@cpcc.edu?anonymous&ep=signature">

8d80230d1ab04c6f91f7758a2c20c695@cpcc.edu?anonymous&ep=signature" style="color: #0078D4; text-decoration: none">Book time to meet with me

Following up on this thread: SRRT's Programming Committee is exploring incorporating a panel with Wiegand, Overbey, and Folk into a mini- or full summit on LIS historical and present-day practices toward and relationships with communities and populations of color, with a scope of discussion that is expansive, theoretical, practical, and accessible to a broad range of attendees. Please stay tuned!

I wonder if there's any SRRT members going to Annual that have decent video equipment that would be willing to record the panel/program? We could then share the recording online after the conference.

April

Team, 

This discussion idea could be one of many great panel presentation topics for the 2025 annual meeting. I wasn't sure if we were planning for that type of venue. It would be a way to connect with the many librarians in attendance. It might also be a great recruiting tool for SRRT.

Don

CPCC Digital Literacy Specialist

Instructional and Research Services

CPCC Libraries

Office: 704-330-3598

ALA SRRT-Action Council Member (23-25)
Member of ALA - IFC  and ALA - COD

8d80230d1ab04c6f91f7758a2c20c695@cpcc.edu?anonymous&ep=signature">

8d80230d1ab04c6f91f7758a2c20c695@cpcc.edu?anonymous&ep=signature" style="color: #0078D4; text-decoration: none">Book time to meet with me

I would like to suggest, as the basis for an SRRT panel or program, library historian Wayne Wiegand's In silence or indifference, a book documenting the racist practices of public school libraries in the South in the Jim Crow era.  I think one of the most important things about this excellent book is that it is a necessary corrective to one of ALA's most cherished myths--namely that the Association has always been an opponent of racism and a fighter for equal library rights in all places and times.  Surely one of the most important roles of any history is to shine the cleansing light of truth on the comforting lies that members of a nation or community tell each other.