In our online course Evaluating, Auditing, and Diversifying Your Collections starting October 19, you’ll learn from an outstanding group of experts as they explore key concepts essential to cultivating and promoting inclusive and equitable collections. You’ll conduct a diversity audit of your collections, learn how to include diverse books and wider perspectives, and be more responsive to the community you serve and more reflective of the diversity of our world.

Here’s what past participants are saying about the course:

“The presenters were top-notch. Highly professional, exceptionally prepared, and absolutely the individuals that were needed to share these important presentations. They were all, without exception, passionate about their work and it was contagious! The time for this work is now and if this doesn't light a fire to start the process, then nothing will. So many solid ideas, tips, real-world examples, and resources were presented to us - practically gift wrapped - that the work should and will be able to proceed easily. They are at our disposal to answer any questions and they are happy to share what they know. This is probably the best workshop I have attended in all my years in the library business (25+) and by far the most important one I have attended this year. Thank you!” 
- Kim Valeika Program and Outreach Manager Davis County Library

“This class really gives you a lot to think about. I have begun looking at my collections and my displays in a new light.” 
- Lynnette Hopwood, MLIS Adult and Teen Collection Development Librarian 

“One of the most thorough courses about creating space for everyone within a library.”
- Diane Garcia, children's librarian

The speaker program runs on Tuesdays, October 19, 26, and November 2, 2:00-4:00pm ET (recordings available) with an ongoing, asynchronous facilitator-led workshop over 3 weeks.

Certificate of Completion Provided
15 PD credits available

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By the end of the course, you’ll have:

• The ability to assess current library collections, book promotions, and displays through a diverse lens to address gaps in collections and service areas.
• An understanding of key diversity and cultural literacy concepts such as white privilege, unconscious bias, cultural appropriation, and intersectionality.
• The ability to recognize common problematic stereotypes, tropes, and microaggressions in media.
• The ability to assess the diversity and inclusiveness of current collection development and RA practices.
• Guidance on planning and conducting a diversity audit.
• Tools, tips, and advice on how to better diversify collections and displays.
• A plan of action to better diversify your library collections and address gap areas that will transform your understanding of your library users and the services you provide.

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Register early and get immediate access to archival video recordings from related courses, a curated list of resources from our editors, and other bonus materials!

Certificate of Completion Provided

15 PD credits available

Extend your learning after the course ends with our newest course offering, From Collection to Action: A One-Day ‘Read Woke’ Mini Course with Cicely Lewis on Tuesday, November 9.

This inspiring one-day mini-course with SLJ’s School Librarian of the Year and Read Woke founder, Cicely Lewis and her colleagues will show you how to bring even more diverse voices to your library collection and programming. You’ll learn how other librarians have implemented Read Woke Books at their library and how you can do the same!

Register for both Evaluating, Auditing, and Diversifying Your Collections and From Collection to Action: A One-Day ‘Read Woke’ Mini Course with Cicely Lewis early and save today.

Group rates are available. 
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Contact libraryjournal@edmaker.co for group rates.