Here's a FREE opportunity to get some useful training without leaving home! And, pick up some of the CE credits required for trustees in the new standards.
If you haven't taken a course from the new e-learning site you'll need to complete the #2 registration option. But it's FREE so take advantage of this opportunity! And, share with others (Friends, Foundations, other library supporters) - registering offers access to even more learning options.
2022 United for Libraries Virtual: Trustees, Friends, Foundations
FREE Registration for Montana Libraries
August 9-11, 2022
The Montana State Library has purchased statewide registration for all library directors/staff, Trustees/board members, Friends, and Foundations in Montana. Registration includes live and on-demand access to all sessions.
Description
This three-day virtual event will feature expert speakers on current topics facing library Trustees, Friends, Foundations, and staff who work with them. Confirmed sessions include:
Keynotes:
- Diversity Training That Generates Real Change: Inclusive Approaches That Benefit Individuals, Business, and Society
- Library Workers are NOT Okay: How Trustees Can Support the Health & Well-Being of Library Staff
Sessions:
- Community Needs Assessment: Informing Library Goals and Strategy
- Diversity in Library Boards, Friend Groups, and Foundations: Successes and Struggles in Recruiting and Retaining Diverse Members
- Our Collection & EDI: A Richmond Public Library Story
- Power Up Your Annual Fund Drive!
- Practical Policy Management: A Guide for Trustees
- Preparing for a Material Challenge
- Successful Bequest Fundraising: Planned Giving Lessons from the Field
- Tweeting to Congress: Library Social Media Advocacy
Registration
Registration is required for live and/or on-demand access. Choose the option below that best meets your needs:
Option 1: If you are registered in the Montana Statewide Course
· Complete the Registration Form
Option 2: If you are *not* registered in the Montana Statewide Course
· Complete the Alternate Registration Form
United for Libraries
Beth Nawalinski, Executive Director
bnawalinski@ala.org
United for Libraries General Inquiries:
800-545-2433, ext 2161
