Diversity Study Task Force Report and Recommendations

[...]we don't have to wait for a new strategic plan to take action; Verna Myers, Opening General Session speaker at the 2017 Annual Conference, directly addressed implicit bias and how to deal with it in a high-energy, engaging, and meaningful session that can serve as our inspiration going for...

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Published inThe Illinois Library Association Reporter Vol. 36; no. 1; pp. 22 - 23
Main Author Foote, Diane
Format Trade Publication Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Chicago Illinois Library Association 01.02.2018
Subjects
Conferences
Librarians
Library and information science
Library management
Polls & surveys
Professionals
Schools of library and information science
Task forces
Illinois
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Summary:[...]we don't have to wait for a new strategic plan to take action; Verna Myers, Opening General Session speaker at the 2017 Annual Conference, directly addressed implicit bias and how to deal with it in a high-energy, engaging, and meaningful session that can serve as our inspiration going forward. Building a Community * Expand networking opportunities targeted to members of underrepresented groups, including online conversations and regional meetings, to cultivate organic relationships; * Facilitate community building for members of underrepresented groups, especially ones starting their career, either online or in person, across levels of experience and tenures within libraries; * Commit to cultural competency training for all members of ILA, including library workers and trustees. * Create subgroups within existing ILA groups specifically for mentoring purposes; * Include different minority caucuses at ILA booths to increase visibility; and * Seek out diverse speakers for conferences and regional events, particularly if they are from a small library or not otherwise connected to other libraries. Expanding Financial Support * Increase the number of available travel grants to allow library workers to attend ILA conferences and other continuing education opportunities; * Provide additional information regarding how to present a case to library administration for attending conference and other professional events.
ISSN:0018-9979