[PL-Directors] Fighting censorship: New resources from United for Libraries

[HANNING Darci C * SLO]

Good morning!

My apologies if you’ve already seen this through other channels – I wanted to make sure each of you have the opportunity to read about the following from United for Libraries. The State Library pays for statewide access to these and other board/advisory council resources and learning opportunities for directors, board and advisory council members, and Friends and Foundations members including:


  *   new resources regarding censorship and challenges,
  *   the March Live Learning opportunities<https://www.ala.org/united/training/learning-live> for board/advisory members and for Friends/Foundation members, and
  *   a reminder for PLA’s March townhall session on intellectual freedom

The March Live Learning sessions will include these breakout topics:

Trustees/Boards/Advisory members, March 8 at 11:00a PT

·         Governance / Board Meetings

·         Board Recruitment

·         Library Policies

·         Board & Director Working Effectively Together

·         Intellectual Freedom & Challenges

Friends/Foundations/Fundraising, March 15 at 11:00a PT

·         Board Recruitment

·         Membership

·         Booksales

·         Fundraising - Events

·         Fundraising - Planned Giving

·         Working Effectively with the Library

You and your interested board or advisory council members, Friends and Foundation members can register here<https://airtable.com/shreAE6MwX6gk02Gs> (https://airtable.com/shreAE6MwX6gk02Gs).
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IN THIS ISSUE

New United for Libraries tip sheets provide guidance in the fight against censorship

The United for Libraries Intellectual Freedom Task Force has compiled two new resources to support Trustees and libraries to prepare for program, material, and access challenges.

"Terms and Definitions Related to Intellectual Freedom & Censorship<https://www.ala.org/united/sites/ala.org.united/files/content/IF/if_censorship_terms_definitions_united_for_libraries.pdf>" is a collection that clearly defines the language used relating to intellectual freedom and censorship challenges.

"Materials Challenges: Key Library Policies to Review and Revise<http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMDQ1MTk3OCZwPTEmdT0xMTIxNzM2MTI2JmxpPTkyODg2NTUw/index.html>" reviews the key components of well-constructed and legal policies and describes the policies that a library should review and/or implement to prepare for the possibility of a materials challenge.



Both Tip Sheets are featured on the United for Libraries resource page "Trustee Resources for Program & Material Challenges<http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMDQ1MTk3OCZwPTEmdT0xMTIxNzM2MTI2JmxpPTkyODg2NTUy/index.html>."

ALA's "Fight Censorship<http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMDQ1MTk3OCZwPTEmdT0xMTIxNzM2MTI2JmxpPTkyODg2NTUz/index.html>" resource page includes further information on preparing for and responding to challenges, censorship legislation, how to support intellectual freedom, and more.








March Learning Live: Roundtable Discussions

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The United for Libraries Learning Live<http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMDQ1MTk3OCZwPTEmdT0xMTIxNzM2MTI2JmxpPTkyODg2NTU1/index.html> for March will be two roundtable discussion opportunities. Attendees will participate in small group discussions via breakout rooms in Zoom using audio and video (optional). Registrants will indicate first and second choice breakout topics in the registration form.



Library Boards & Trustees

Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at 2 p.m. Eastern



Friends, Foundations, and Fundraising

Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at 2 p.m. Eastern



Roundtable discussions will *not* be recorded. Each breakout will be asked to provide the top three suggestions/tips from the breakout room. These will be compiled for access by all personal and group members, and those in Statewide Group Member states and Statewide All Access states.

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PLA to present March 4 virtual town hall on "Facing the Challenge: Intellectual Freedom in Libraries"



As libraries continue confronting unprecedented attacks on the freedom to read, the Public Library Association (PLA) invites you to participate in a virtual town hall to connect with colleagues. As those who have faced book banning attempts and related legislative efforts know, the experience is often isolating and stressful. During this free event, speakers will participate in facilitated conversations that explore effective responses to the coordinated attempts at censorship currently sweeping the nation. A moderated chat will follow, inviting attendees to pose questions and share insights based on personal experiences.



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John Cotton Dana Award applications due March 15


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Friends of the Library groups are among those eligible to apply for the John Cotton Dana Award, one of the most prestigious awards given to libraries The John Cotton Dana Award honors outstanding library public relations. Up to eight $10,000 awards will be provided by the H.W. Wilson Foundation in 2022. Applications are due March 15<http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMDQ1MTk3OCZwPTEmdT0xMTIxNzM2MTI2JmxpPTkyODg2NTU5/index.html>.



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Save the date: United Virtual, Aug. 9-11, 2022

United for Libraries Virtual: Trustees – Friends – Foundations, the third annual virtual conference for library Trustees, Friends, Foundations, and staff who work with them, will be held Aug. 9-11, 2022. Sign up now<http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMDQ1MTk3OCZwPTEmdT0xMTIxNzM2MTI2JmxpPTkyODg2NTYx/index.html> to receive updates on program proposals, registration, and speakers.











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Cheers,
Darci Hanning, MLIS (she/her/hers)
Public Library Consultant / CE Coordinator
State Library of Oregon | Library Support and Development Services
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