(via the American Library Association)
The ALA Committee on the Status of Women in Librarianship, or COSWL, will present a complimentary webinar, “Women in Librarianship and Wellness”, on Tuesday, June 7, at 1:00 PM CDT.
Recent natural and man-made crises around the world have significantly impacted library workers’ wellness. Join the ALA Committee on the Status of Women in Librarianship for a lively conversation with library leaders sharing recommendations and best practices on how we can foster wellness for ourselves and others. The format includes a rapid round of brief presentations from the speakers and a question-and-answer session.
Speakers include the following people.
- Emily Drabinski, soon to be ALA President-Elect, and Chief librarian at The Graduate Center, City University of New York
- Shauntee Simpson, President of the Black Caucus of the American Library Association, and Manager of School Outreach for The New York Public Library
- Cindy Hohl, Past President of the American Indian Library Association, and Kansas City Public Library’s Director of Branch Operations
- Robin Kear, Faculty Librarian, University Senate President at the University of Pittsburgh
- Moderator: Loida Garcia-Febo, Chair COSWL, ALA President 2018-2019, and International Library Consultant
Register now here. Space is limited. This webinar will be recorded and made available to registrants who may not be able to attend the live event.