Pre-Conference Half-Day PM Option: Wednesday, October 16, 2024, 1 pm - 4 pm

(Registration for half-day session is $75.00. Lunch is not included.)

Title: Jumpstart Your Advocacy

Description:

Are you interested in being an advocate, or a better advocate for your library?  Everyone can advocate. Join this essential training for librarians, library workers, and trustees across all types of libraries.  This half-day workshop will provide you with practical guidance and skills to tell your library’s story, engage with your community and stakeholders and get the support your library needs. 

Learning outcomes:

• Get practical tips on how to be an effective voice in your community.
• Develop skills to tell your library’s story and lock in critical support to serve the community.
• Understand stakeholder dynamics and how to build constructive relationships with decision-makers.
• Learn to create an evergreen advocacy framework and consistent messaging.
  
• Build your confidence as a library advocate.