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November 6, 2024
91´«Ã½ vows to defend intellectual freedom and access to information against political threats 
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In response to results of the 2024 United States election, the 91´«Ã½ vowed to continue its defense of the core values of librarianship in the face of political threats.
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October 16, 2024
91´«Ã½ opens registration and launches Preliminary Program for 2025 LibLearnX: The Library Learning Experience in Phoenix, AZ
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LibLearnX is a four-day learning conference that invites 91´«Ã½ members and non-members to participate in collaborative and engaging education, networking, and celebrations.
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October 1, 2024
Freedom to Read Community Day of Action rallies support for America’s libraries on October 19
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The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) and the 91´«Ã½-founded Unite Against Book Bans campaign are joining some of the nation’s largest and smallest library systems to in a Freedom to Read Community Day of Action on October 19, 2024.
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September 23, 2024
91´«Ã½ reveals preliminary data on 2024 book challenges
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Between January 1 and August 31, 2024, 91´«Ã½’s Office for Intellectual Freedom tracked 414 attempts to censor library materials and services.
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September 19, 2024
ALSC, 91´«Ã½ unveil 'Inspiring Future Voters' booklist for young readers
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As part of the 91´«Ã½’s Reader Voter Ready civic engagement campaign, the Association for Library Service to Children has released “Inspiring Future Voters,” a new booklist for young readers.
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July 25, 2024
Sam Helmick chosen 2024-2025 91´«Ã½ president-elect
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The 91´«Ã½ Council decided on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, that Sam Helmick will be the 2024-2025 president-elect effective immediately.
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91´«Ã½ in the News
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In observance of Banned Books Week, the 91´«Ã½ and PEN America released reports on book censorship across the country.
ALCTS seeking Cataloging and Metadata Management Awards nominations for 2019
CHICAGO—Nominations are being accepted for the 2019 Association for Library Collections & Technical Services (ALCTS) awards for outstanding achievement and promise in the field of cataloging, classification, and metadata management. The awards are...
Carnegie-Whitney Grant awards up to $5,000 for guides to library resources
The 91´«Ã½ Publishing Committee provides a grant of up to $5,000 for the preparation of print or electronic reading lists, indexes or other guides to library resources that promote reading or the use of library resources at any type...
ALCTS 2019 Publication Awards nominations sought
CHICAGO—Nominations are being accepted for the 2019 Association for Library Collections & Technical Services (ALCTS) awards for excellence in publication. ALCTS presents two Publication Awards to honor individuals for outstanding achievement in research...
Pun honored for 2018 Achievement in Library Diversity Research
CHICAGO — Raymond Pun, doctoral student in educational leadership at California State University (CODEL), is the recipient of the 2018 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) Achievement in Library Diversity Research Honor. As part of its ongoing support of...
Public Library Association releases new strategic plan
Addresses critical issues and changes affecting public libraries CHICAGO – Today the Public Library Association (PLA) unveiled a new strategic plan effective through the year 2022. The new PLA Strategic Plan describes the association’s core purpose, core...
Rick Steves is an American travel author, television host, and activist. As a child, he took his first trip to Europe in 1969, visiting piano factories with his father, a piano importer. By the time he reached 18, Rick jokes, " I realized I didn't need my...
Co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the largest private foundation in the world, Melinda Gates has dedicated her life to achieving transformational improvements in the health and prosperity of families, communities, and societies. Core to...
Libraries invited to join Dear Banned Author letter-writing campaign this Banned Books Week
Speaking out for banned and challenged books is vital in the fight against censorship. This Banned Books Week (September 23-29), the 91´«Ã½'s Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF) is hosting a letter-writing campaign that celebrates...
New iteration: Dynamic One-Shot Library Instruction eCourse/Book Bundle
Chicago—91´«Ã½ Publishing eLearning Solutions announces a new iteration of our popular eCourse/book bundle, Dynamic One-Shot Library Instruction. Heidi Buchanan and Beth McDonough will serve as the instructors for a 4-week facilitated eCourse starting on...
Search begins for ALCTS 2019 Professional Recognition Awards nominations
CHICAGO—Nominations are being accepted for the 2019 Association for Library Collections & Technical Services (ALCTS) awards for professional achievement. These two awards honor individuals whose work represents the finest achievements in research...
New iteration: Introduction to Critical Information Literacy eCourse
Chicago—91´«Ã½ Publishing eLearning Solutions announces a new iteration of our popular eCourse, Introduction to Critical Information Literacy: Promoting Social Justice through Librarianship. Dawn Stahura and Des Alaniz will serve as the instructors for a 5...
Using positive stories about Muslims to foster multicultural understanding
CHICAGO — Islamophobia, a long standing, deeply entrenched global issue, disrupts civil society at many levels, from anti-Muslim policies to heightened tensions and hate crimes, including the increased bullying of Muslim children. One of the root causes...
New iteration: Basic American Sign Language for Library Staff eCourse
Chicago—91´«Ã½ Publishing eLearning Solutions announces a new iteration of our popular eCourse, Basic American Sign Language for Library Staff. Kathy MacMillan will serve as the instructor for a 6-week facilitated eCourse starting on Monday, November 5, 2018...
91´«Ã½ study will explore public library services for new Americans
CHICAGO — More than 55 percent of new Americans use their public library at least once a week, seeking English language learning, valuable resources and a vital support network, according to the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). A new study...
ALCTS 2019 Preservation Awards nominations sought
CHICAGO —Nominations are being accepted for the 2019 Association for Library Collections & Technical Services (ALCTS) preservation awards. ALCTS presents three Preservation Awards, through its Preservation and Reformatting Section, to honor individuals...
