Office for Diversity, Literacy and Outreach Services (ODLOS)
¾«¶«´«Ã½task force seeks your input on Orlando and conference climate
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CHICAGO — The ¾«¶«´«Ã½Task Force on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion was created in the spring of 2014 by then ¾«¶«´«Ã½President Barbara Stripling. Before moving forward with programs, actions, or recommendations, the members of the Task Force on Equity...
2015 ¾«¶«´«Ã½Diversity & Outreach Fair to feature library services to people experiencing poverty and homelessness, diversity in action ideas
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CHICAGO — The ¾«¶«´«Ã½Office for Diversity, Literacy and Outreach Services has selected 23 presentations for the 2015 Diversity and Outreach Fair, to be held from 3 p.m. – 5 p .m. on Saturday, June 27 in the Special Events area in Exhibits Hall at the Moscone...
ALA’s Office for Diversity, Literacy and Outreach Services and ProLiteracy receive IMLS grant to expand adult literacy services through libraries
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CHICAGO – ALA’s Office for Diversity, Literacy and Outreach Services, in partnership with ProLiteracy, has received a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to develop online training and supporting resources to better equip...
¾«¶«´«Ã½Annual Conference programming to highlight library services for immigrants
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CHICAGO — Every day, libraries provide immigrants in their communities with access to essential programs and resources that help them to navigate society. During the 2015 ¾«¶«´«Ã½ Annual Conference (June 25-30), attendees will have...
¾«¶«´«Ã½and ProLiteracy seek pilot sites for adult literacy library initiative
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CHICAGO – ALA’s Office for Diversity, Literacy and Outreach Services and ProLiteracy have joined efforts to further the initiatives outlined in the Adult Literacy through Libraries National Library Literacy Action Agenda. With a grant from the Institute...
VMM15: Your historic opportunity to vote on a VMM resolution
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CHICAGO — Be one of more than 500 members who will have the first-time ever opportunity to vote on a resolution submitted via the Virtual Membership Meeting.
Free webinar to explore innovations in ELL community engagement
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CHICAGO — The ¾«¶«´«Ã½Office for Diversity, Literacy, and Outreach Services will host a free webinar highlighting successful and replicable programs and services geared towards English language learners. The webinar, “ELL Practitioners Panel: Innovations in...
Rainbow Book Monthâ„¢
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June is Rainbow Book Month™ Rainbow Book Month™ is a nationwide celebration of the authors and writings that reflect the lives and experiences of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, pansexual, genderqueer, queer, intersex, agender, and asexual community. Originally established in the early 1990s by The Publishing Triangle as National Lesbian and Gay Book Month, this occasion is an opportunity for book lovers and libraries with the very best in LGBTQIA+ literature. At a time when books by and about LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC individuals are under siege and library workers are facing threats and...
¾«¶«´«Ã½Office for Diversity calls for 2015-2016 Diversity Research Grant proposals
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CHICAGO — The ¾«¶«´«Ã½ (ALA) Office for Diversity seeks proposals for its Diversity Research Grant program. Applications may address any diversity topic, including the recruitment and promotion of diverse individuals within the...
¾«¶«´«Ã½task force seeks your input on equity, diversity and inclusion
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CHICAGO — The ¾«¶«´«Ã½Task Force on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion was created in the spring of 2014 by then ¾«¶«´«Ã½President Barbara Stripling. The Task Force is currently in the information-gathering phase. To aid with information gathering, it has launched...
¾«¶«´«Ã½Awards 2014 Diversity Research Grants
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CHICAGO — The ¾«¶«´«Ã½’s Office for Diversity has announced the recipients of the Diversity Research Grants for 2014. The grants consist of a one-time $2,500 award for original research. Recipients will conduct their research over the...
Office for Diversity accepting nominations for Achievement in Library Diversity Research
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CHICAGO — As part of its ongoing support of the propagation of library-based diversity research, the ¾«¶«´«Ã½Office for Diversity is seeking nominations for the 2014 Achievement in Library Diversity Research. The Achievement in Library Diversity Research...
NYC librarian swims to raise funds for Spectrum and honors librarians George and Deborah Trepp
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CHICAGO — Miriam Tuliao, assistant director of selection at BookOps, announced that she will participate in the Annual Lake Erie Open Water Classic to raise funds for the Spectrum Scholarship Program. The one-mile event will be taking place in Cleveland...
¾«¶«´«Ã½awards 50 Spectrum Scholarships
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CHICAGO — Today, the ¾«¶«´«Ã½'s (ALA) Office for Diversity awarded 2014-2015 Spectrum Scholarships to 50 exceptional students pursuing graduate degrees in library and information studies. Since 1997, the ¾«¶«´«Ã½has awarded more than 850...
ProQuest broadens commitment to Spectrum Scholarship Program
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Library and information science education funding supports building diverse workforce CHICAGO and ANN ARBOR, Mich. June 25, 2014 – Libraries serve as the foundation for lifelong learning in our society, but as they transform, the need for a new generation...
¾«¶«´«Ã½Office for Diversity extends deadline for research grant proposals
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CHICAGO — The ¾«¶«´«Ã½ (ALA) Office for Diversity has extended its deadline for proposals for its 2014 Diversity Research Grants from April 30 to May 16, 2014. Applicants must be current ¾«¶«´«Ã½members, and 2014 proposals may concentrate...
¾«¶«´«Ã½Office for Diversity calls for 2014-2015 Diversity Research Grant proposals
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CHICAGO — The ¾«¶«´«Ã½ (ALA) Office for Diversity seeks proposals for its Diversity Research Grant program. Applications may address any diversity topic, including the recruitment and promotion of diverse individuals within the...
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Before you begin the process of joining or renewing, take a moment to read the following information. It will make the process quick and easy. Which best describes your situation? New Member? If you are sure you are a new member joining ¾«¶«´«Ã½for the very first time, click the Join Online button located in the right hand column of this page. Enter your email and you will be taken to our secure online membership form to make your selections. Renewing/Rejoining? If you are an ¾«¶«´«Ã½member now, or have been an ¾«¶«´«Ã½member in the past, click the Renew Online button located in the right hand column of...
¾«¶«´«Ã½awards 2013 Diversity Research Grants
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CHICAGO - The ¾«¶«´«Ã½’s Office for Diversity has announced the recipients of the Diversity Research Grants for 2013. The grants consist of a one-time $2,500 award for original research. Recipients will conduct their research over the...