Promote the improved quality and accessibility of LGBTQIA+ literature through the provision for adult readers of an annual annotated bibliography of books for general readership published within the assigned calendar year or between July 1st and December
This grant, in honor of the passing of our past-president, Pat Carterette, is designed to honor her passion for professional development in the field of library and information sciences. A former staff development coordinator at the Cleveland Heights
To work with National Conference Committee and PLA staff to promote the site of the National Conference as a desirable location and to suggest activities for conference attendees; to suggest possible sites and venues of interest to public librarians for
To work with PLA staff to plan and conduct a national conference; to advise on general planning for the conference; to make policy recommendations to the PLA board regarding the conference; to assist in identifying potential major speakers for all
To work with the national conference committee and PLA staff to develop the programming for the national conference; to identify and develop program topics for the conference and pre- and post-conferences; to stimulate program development and
A full description of the work of the PLA Board of Directors including roles, expectations, and more can be found in the PLA Board Orientation Manual. Deliverables and outcomes: Assume responsibility for developing, implementing and advancing the PLA
To select annually a recipient of the PLA Library Innovation Award , which recognizes a public library's innovative and creative service program to the community. Any innovative, cutting-edge program, activity or service will be considered. Has your
