Connecting with Community
I need to build community relationships. It’s pretty intimidating.
I don’t understand how to loop the community into the decision-making processes.
Equity work is all about relationships. It’s often the most intimidating part of this work. Let’s talk about how to join with our communities, share power, and be a part of the transformation.
Topics:
- Definitions and Meanings – continue to examine language used in BEBS learning opportunities
- Trust Building – investing time to form authentic relationships
- Identifying Strengths – discovering your own assets, your library’s assets, and assets in the community
- Next Steps in Community Building – moving forward with community strengths
- Getting Started in Equity Communications – the What, Why and How of communicating internally and externally
Feeling ready to connect with your community and share power?
Still curious? Read on.
The “Whys” of Summer Equity ->
Letting Go of Tradition ->
Connecting with Community ->
Measuring Impact and Success ->
Working together with all segments of society, especially those historically left out, understanding & compassion puts us onto a road to Healing
- California library staff member
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