Navigating the Storm: Empowering Librarians to Address Political and Social Challenges

Join us for an insightful day of professional development that delves into the vital role of libraries in facing political and social challenges head-on. In an increasingly divided world, libraries have become centers of community conversation and controversy. We aim to equip librarians and library staff with practical strategies to handle these challenges candidly, respectfully, and effectively.

Speakers:

• E Michele Holt-Shannon and Lu Butterfield-Ferrell, Carsey School of Public Policy, UNH

• Dianne Hathaway, Goffstown Public Library and James McKim, Organizational Ignition
• Melissa Mannon, Kingston Community Library

9:15-9:45am Coffee/Checkin
10am First session
11:15am-11:30 Break
11:30am-12:45 Second Session
12:45 -1:30 Lunch
1:30-1:45 READS Business Meeting/Award of Excellence
2pm-3:15 Third Session

*Please read the NHLA Cancellation policy before registering.

Checks should be made out to NHLA-READS and can be sent to 

Tanya Griffith Hollis Social Library2 Monument Square Hollis, NH 03049.

Questions about registration go to

Eileen Gilbert Belmont Public Library (603)267-8331 director@belmontpubliclibrary.org