Emory Libraries recognize diversity, equity, and inclusion as core values integral to empowering the university community to pursue justice for all; we strive to be an anti-oppression organization.

COSLA's Mission is to nurture state library administrative agencies, and lead with a collective voice for the nation’s libraries.

GPLS recognizes diversity as a core organizational asset that drives innovation. We believe that an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace enables us to more effectively support our staff, libraries, and the public.

In 2019, our community determined that diverse voices were missing from community cultural and nonprofit governing boards. The library was asked to quarterback an initiative which would open access to these decision-making positions. The result was the development of a sustainable training program which opens these doors for more voices than ever before.

Our presentation will examine evolving trends in the library's internal workplace dynamics, especially as they relate to incivility. Findings from our 2022 study on library workplace incivility and dysfunction will be presented and compared with our 2017 data to illustrate both the changes and current status of library organizations and their staff. Topics explored will be general, internal workplace incivility, bullying, and mobbing along with practical ideas to create a more positive and dynamic work environment for all.

Join us to learn about the processes and pitfalls in library policy writing and implementation. Get tips for using an equity lens, applying trauma-informed concepts, researching, the writing process, building feedback loops, and a holistic approach to implementation. 

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Join us to learn about the processes and pitfalls in library policy writing and implementation. Get tips for using an equity lens, applying trauma-informed concepts, researching, the writing process, building feedback loops, and a holistic approach to implementation. 

Learn more about what we heard from those in DEI roles and to offer some leadership tips for Chief Diversity Officers and HR leaders with DEI roles or responsibilities.  

The BIG IDEA is TLCPL’s action plan to build, improve and grow in the areas of inclusion, diversity, equity and access.

Resources for cultivating a safe and supportive environment for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

An article explaining what anchor bias is and how to address it in your workplace

An article highlighting the resources put out by the DOL for the  Family and Medical Leave Act specifically about mental health

An article highlighting law changes that would impact control over libraries and the impacts they may have

Resources that provide insights, tactics, and practices organizations can use to shift organizational culture and operationalize equity.

Resources for governments working to achieve racial equity and advance opportunities for all.

Resources for governments working to achieve racial equity and advance opportunities for all.

Website providing a forum for library leaders to share best practices and innovative ideas that inspire programs that support learning, a strong economy and an active democracy.

Library website with EDI resources and statements.

The Institutional Antiracism and Accountability (IARA) Project, part of the Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation at Harvard Kennedy School, is a team of academics, students, and experts dedicated to sharing what really works to effect antiracist change in organizations across the private, public, and non-profit sectors.

Website working to achieve a racially, economically, and socially just society in which all children, youth, and families thrive. Helps organizations to translate ideas into action, promote public policies grounded in equity, and support strong and inclusive communities.

Website to help organizations when employing data-driven, targeted strategies, programs and resources focused on those children, families and communities who need them most.

In this session, you will learn how accessibility statements create a better experience for library users and librarians. You’ll hear from UK-based textBOX, one of the world’s leading experts, that helps libraries and vendors write accessibility statements to better communicate features to users.

Guide for becoming an Anti-Racist Multicultural Organization.

DEI expert Joan C. Williams identifies five common patterns of bias that cause these programs to fail -- and offers a data-driven approach to pinpoint where things go wrong and how to make progress instead.

An article about how colleges and universities need to move beyond statements of support for diversity, equity and inclusion to implement policies, make data-informed decisions and take bold actions that advance the cause of social justice on campuses.

This resource was designed to be used by individuals and groups as an ongoing reflection tool. Inclusion is not a one-size-fits-all concept, nor a complete-and-move-on challenge. The checklist and supporting resources are meant to help individual libraries evaluate current services as well as plan for the future.

Report that explores ways to create a more inclusive and welcoming community through the creation of a government‐appointed and operated citizen ‘human relations’ committee, through partnering with an established local entity, or through some other mechanism;” 

The Racial Equity Toolkit lays out a process and a set of questions to guide the development, implementation and

evaluation of policies, initiatives, programs, and budget issues to address the impacts on racial equity.