Description:

An all-day training and networking event for public library staff of all levels. We will focus on ways to make our libraries more inclusive of all patrons and staff.

Agenda:

Keynote: EDI-fying our LIS Services - Dr. Nicole A. Cooke

In order to provide appropriate and effective programs and services, it is imperative that library staff recognize their role in creating and sustaining a welcoming learning environment that meets people's varied interests and needs. This talk will focus on increasing participants' level of understanding of the value of cultural competence and intellectual humility when delivering programs and services to increasingly diverse library users.

Dr. Nicole A. Cooke is the Augusta Baker Endowed Chair and an Associate Professor at the School of Library and Information Science, at the University of South Carolina. 
Her research and teaching interests include human information behavior (particularly in the online context), critical cultural information studies, and diversity and social justice in librarianship (with an emphasis on infusing them into LIS education and pedagogy).
 
Dr. Cooke was named a Mover & Shaker by Library Journal in 2007, she was awarded the 2016 ALA Equality Award, and she was presented with the 2017 ALA Achievement in Library Diversity Research Award, presented by the Office for Diversity and Literacy Outreach Services.  She has also been honored as the Illinois Library Association’s 2019 Intellectual Freedom Award winner in recognition of her work in combatting online hate and bullying in LIS, and she was selected as the Association for Library and Information Science Education's 2019 Excellence in Teaching award winner. 
 
Cooke has published numerous articles and book chapters. Her latest books are “Information Services to Diverse Populations” (Libraries Unlimited, 2016) and “Fake News and Alternative Facts: Information Literacy in a Post-truth Era" (ALA Editions. 2018).

Presentations:

• Universal Design for Learning: Tools for Accessing Abilities - Dr. Clayton A. Copeland
  All learners have varying needs and abilities. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) employs a variety of programming and service methods to eliminate barriers to learning and offer all participants opportunities for learning success. This session presents the impact of accessibility and the integration of tools and resources that facilitate multi-modal learning for everyone, along with concrete strategies for implementing accessibility and multi-modal learning into physical and digital  environments.
  Dr. Clayton A. Copeland is Director of the SLIS Laboratory for Leadership in Equity and Diversity (LLEAD) and helps manage the Linda Lucas Walling Collection for Universal Access. Her research focuses upon equity of access to information for under-served populations and literacy. She also pursues research interests in technology, Universal Design, facilities planning, materials and programming for children and young adults, and information behavior.   
  
  Provided in partnership with the Laboratory for Leadership in Equity and Diversity (LLEAD), School of Library and Information Science, University of South Carolina. 
  
   

• Accessibility: Just Do It!: Accessibility Teams & Assessing Your Library - Caroline Smith, Inclusive Services Consultant, South Carolina State Library & Savannah Gignac, Assistant Manager Branch Manager & Adult Services Manager at Hurd/St. Andrews Library, Charleston County Public Library
   
• Talking Books Services and Assistive Technology Petting Zoo - Kristin White, Director of Talking Books Services
   
• LGBTQ Inclusion & Assessing Community Conditions: Tools to increase LGBTQ+ Inclusion from collection development to welcoming spaces - John Siegel, University of South Carolina Upstate and Sarah Metts, York County Library, SCLA GLBTQ Round Table
   
• Lightning Round: Workshop participants have 3-5 minutes to present a program or service from their library related to equity, diversity, or inclusion. (Participation is encouraged but not required. Please indicate in the registration if you wish to present a topic.)
   
• South Carolina Native Americans and Talking Circle - Kathleen Hays, Indigenous Women’s Alliance of South Carolina. Participation in the Talking Circle is optional and limited to 30 people. A separate registration form for this traditional Native American ceremony will be sent by email prior to the event.

Audience:

Public Library Staff

Location:

South Carolina State Museum, 301 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201

Date and Time:

Friday, September 13, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Cost:

$10 (Lunch is included. Please note that we cannot make dietary accommodations.)

Accessibility

If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to participate, please contact Caroline Smith at (803) 734-7067 or jcsmith@statelibrary.sc.gov two weeks in advance.

Terms and Conditions:

Registrants may pay in advance by check, at the door by cash or check, or be invoiced after the event. Make checks to South Carolina State Library, at the following address:
Attn: Finance Department
SC State Library
1500 Senate Street
Columbia, SC 29201

All registrations must be completed at least 5 business days before the event. We regret that we are not able to provide refunds. If you would like to cancel your seat and you meet the deadline indicated above, please contact the Inclusive Services Consultant. You may send another staff person in your place, or receive a credit for a future CE event. Anyone who does not cancel prior to 5 business days before the event will be responsible for payment for the class.

Questions? Contact:

Caroline Smith
South Carolina State Library 
(803) 734-7067
jcsmith@statelibrary.sc.gov