How to Build LGBTQIA+ Inclusive Libraries

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Online Course
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Program Description

Event Details

Thursday, November 30 – Thursday, December 14, 2023 | Three-week online course

The live sessions run on Thursdays, November 30, December 7, and 14, 2023 from 2:00-4:30 pm ET (recorded for on-demand viewing) with an ongoing facilitator-led workshop over 3 weeks. 

Create a more equitable and affirming space for everyone by learning how to build LGBTQIA+ centered programs and practices. Now more than ever, LGBTQIA+ people are being targeted by bigoted laws and policies, which is requiring libraries to strengthen their advocacy practices. Research shows that programs, partnerships, practices, and curricula that center queer and trans people benefit heterosexual and cisgender people, too. This course will teach you how to navigate difficult conversations and advocate for LGBTQIA+ people, books, and programs, even and especially in the face of censorship challenges. You will also learn how to develop robust LGBTQIA-centered programs and instruction alongside strategies for building connections with your local queer community. You will leave with tangible practices to add to your advocacy toolkit and have the opportunity to find solidarity and build meaningful relationships with other librarians.

In the workshop, you'll complete assignments over 3+ weeks in an interactive online classroom environment with personal coaching from an expert in the field. In addition, you’ll have access to our foundational bonus content—rich supporting materials you can explore at your own pace, including a series of webinars from Library Journal and School Library Journal contributors, readings, activities, and videos.

 

Learning Outcomes

After you attend this interactive online course, you’ll be able to:

  • Understand and implement the differences between inclusive and affirming programs
  • Make yourself visible as an LGBTQIA+ advocate and ally
  • Establish queer affirming outreach programs and practices 
  • Build and maintain authentic, non-transactional relationships with LGBTQIA+ communities and organizations 
  • Create trans and gender nonconforming programs, spaces, and services
  • Advocate for LGBTQIA+ representation in materials and services
  • Manage censorship challenges that might arise in your library or classroom
  • Understand the tenets of queer theory and how it can be applied to your everyday work
  • Reimagine and revise your programs and services from a queer perspective to better serve your entire communities

 

CALL Training Partner for this Event: Library Journal

**NOTE**: Access information for this learning event will be sent to all registrants by Library Journal before the start of the event.

 

 

Additional Information

Enrollment Statement

I understand that a space will be reserved for me in this learning opportunity at a cost to CALL, and if I am unable to attend this learning opportunity, I will cancel my enrollment as soon as possible and before the start date. 

Single Enrollment Disclaimer

I understand that I can register for only one course at a time (no concurrent courses). If I do not attend this course, I understand that I may forfeit the opportunity to enroll in additional CALL courses during this fiscal year.