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CHICAGO—Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures is honored to have Kaetrena Davis Kendrick, renowned author, scholar, facilitator, and co-host of the popular podcast series #FixMyLibrary as its President's Program speaker at 91´«Ã½ Annual from 11:45 a.m...
PLA, AT&T team up to bring digital literacy training to families
CHICAGO – The Public Library Association (PLA), a division of the 91´«Ã½, and AT&T have announced a collaboration to improve digital literacy and promote broadband adoption among families and communities, particularly those who are...
PLA, public libraries and Microsoft Corp. extend upskilling efforts for in-demand jobs
CHICAGO – The Public Library Association (PLA), supported by Microsoft Corp., is promoting tools to help job seekers in high-growth careers. PLA’s Skilling for Employment Post COVID-19 initiative connects public libraries and their communities nationwide...
91´«Ã½ announces $1.25M emergency fund for libraries impacted by COVID-19
CHICAGO — The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) announced today it will make available $1.25M in emergency relief grants to libraries that have experienced substantial economic hardship due to the coronavirus pandemic. The 91´«Ã½ COVID Library Relief Fund...
91´«Ã½ releases State of America’s Libraries Special Report: COVID-19
CHICAGO – Today, the 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) released its State of America's Libraries Special Report: COVID-19, a snapshot of the library communities' resilience, determination, and innovation in unprecedented circumstances. The State of...
Virtual Money Smart Week, April 10-17, focuses on those hardest hit by pandemic
CHICAGO – The pandemic and the ensuing financial crisis had a devastating impact on low- and moderate-income communities, underscoring the need for sound financial management. During Money Smart Week, April 10-17, online programs will feature financial...
Core Webinar: Using Radical Kindness to Rethink Library Interviews
CHICAGO—Thanks to COVID-19, the old phrase “We’ve always done it this way” is no longer an excuse. As libraries have re-envisioned services and resources, now is the time to re-think internal practices too. Start with the hiring process. With the move to...
Virtual programs and insights from a time of crisis
CHICAGO — From the moment the pandemic took hold in Spring 2020, libraries and library workers have demonstrated their fortitude and flexibility by adapting to physical closures, social distancing guidelines, and a host of other challenges. Despite the...
Ideas for pivoting during the pandemic
CHICAGO — When the pandemic suddenly forced many public libraries to close their doors or limit patron access, library staff redoubled their efforts to serve their communities in every way possible. Demonstrating their resilience by quickly pivoting to...
91´«Ã½ welcomes eighth consecutive budget increase for IMLS in FY21 federal appropriations
Libraries bypassed for emergency funding in omnibus spending package WASHINGTON, D.C. – The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) welcomed the eighth consecutive increase in federal fiscal year (FY) appropriations to the Institute of Museum and Library...
Free Webinar from Core on Building Virtual Team Cohesion at your Institution on January 13, 2021
This FREE webinar hosted by the newest 91´«Ã½ division, Core: Leadership,Infrastructure, Futures will teach attendees: Strategies to reestablish connections with staff to their employer, workplace, and colleagues. Support cross-communications styles through...
Final push for COVID relief: 91´«Ã½ issues broad call for library advocates
91´«Ã½ is urging library advocates to contact their U.S. representatives and senators with an ask to provide funding for libraries in a COVID relief package as House and Senate members work to pass an emergency assistance plan before adjourning for the year...
Manage Your Academic Library Building During a Pandemic in this Dec. 16th Core webinar
Closing, opening, and reopening academic libraries during a pandemic requires library decision-makers to take on new roles, learn new things, and apply new knowledge to decision making for their facilities and employees. These decision-makers find...
New PLA initiative helps public libraries prepare communities for in-demand jobs
CHICAGO – The Public Library Association (PLA) and Microsoft are teaming up to promote tools for libraries to support job seekers in growth careers. Since 2018, PLA and Microsoft have been collaborating to help libraries, often in rural communities...
Designing and implementing a library risk management program
CHICAGO — Amidst uncertain times rife with challenges and potential catastrophes, prudently managing risk will bolster your library’s resilience in the face of adversity. And by being attentive to lowering risk, you’ll help keep insurance costs in check...
