Creating a Welcoming Environment for Teens: 7 Must-Haves to Include in Your Teen Space

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(This webinar and recording is only available to library staff in California. The recording will be available under the CALL Academy People Connect Institute category one week after delivery.)
 

Creating a teen space that is welcoming and relevant takes care, intentionality, and a budget doesn’t hurt. In this practical and idea-packed webinar, participants will explore essential items every teen space could have to support connection, creativity, learning, and belonging. This session will highlight teen-centered elements that encourage teens to gather and see the library as their space.

Learning Objectives:

As a result of this program attendees will:

• Practical items to include in teen spaces
• Actionable items to support youth and teens at the library
• Environmental ways to engage young people and give them a sense of belonging

Who Will Benefit From This Program:

• All staff who interact with youth & teens at the library
• Teen services staff

Presenters:

Tiffany Duck is a consultant and owner of LitDext LLC, a literacy and information services company. She has thirteen years of experience as a public library manager in various types of library systems. As an Executive Team member, she built long-lasting relationships with community ambassadors and partners, and helped to develop spaces that reflected community needs.

Born in the East End Community of Newport News, VA David Duck is dedicated to serving youth and families. With a B.A. from the University of Virginia, and an M.S. from Frostburg State University (concentrating in Youth Development and Organizational Management).

CALL Training Partner: PCI Webinars

Track: Teen Services