From Other Sources

Childhood Trauma in a Time of Crisis
https://youtu.be/0IaH4y0SSxo
For some children, home is not a safe place.  Take a deeper look at what some children might be experiencing in this time of crisis, how it might affect learning, how to recognize the signs of abuse, and how public libraries might best serve these children. Presenter Dr. Amelia Siders is the Director of Clinical Practice Development and Education at the Children’s Advocacy Centers of Michigan.
 
And the Rhode Island Office of Library & Information Services offers a very helpful LibGuide on the pandemic and library response, including a section on Supporting Children & Families During Phased Re-Opening which links to several social stories to help children prepare for wearing a mask and for seeing other people wearing masks:
https://olis-ri.libguides.com/covid19/youth

 

Advocacy Alert: Tell Congress They Can't Leave Libraries Behind

Libraries are being left behind in Congress's pandemic response. When libraries are left behind, our communities are left behind. We need you to take action and urge Congress to provide emergency relief for libraries.

There is currently no dedicated support for America's libraries in new COVID-19 relief packages - though healthcare, small businesses, and numerous other sectors have been included.  Representative Andy Levin (D-MI) and Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) are sponsoring legislation calling for $2 billion in emergency recovery funding for America's libraries through the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). The Library Stabilization Fund Act would allow libraries across the country to retain staff, maintain services, and safely keep communities connected and informed. This funding would provide: 

·       $1.7 billion to be distributed to libraries through state library agencies based on state population, with a minimum of $10 million to each state 

·       $45 million in grants to Tribal libraries 

·       $200 million in competitive grants to strengthen library services to communities most affected by COVID-19 

·       $40 million for IMLS to administer grants and conduct research and data collection related to the impacts of COVID-19 

·      Library workers have committed to supporting their communities, even in this difficult moment. It's time for Congress to support them in turn. Will you stand with libraries and urge your Members of Congress to cosponsor this bill?

Your advocacy secured emergency funding for libraries in the CARES Act. We would not have been able to achieve that success without your hard work and dedication. ALA is dedicated to standing with you and the communities you serve. lease help us to keep pushing by emailing your Members and asking them to cosponsor this bill.


Free Webinar About a Winning Outreach Program for Your Library!
Wednesday, July 8th at 12:30 pm
In this informative program you’ll learn about an exciting new partnership implemented by Operation Warm (a national non-profit) and public libraries all across the United States. A Warm Welcome to the Library is a collaborative event designed to introduce under-served and low-income community residents to everything your local library has to offer. 
 
Allison and Heather will share their recent PLA conference presentation on program origins, the results of a three-year pilot program at 50 sites, and a toolkit for implementations. A library professional from the Baltimore program site will also share her firsthand experiences and lessons learned.  Click HERE to register.
 
This webinar aligns with the pathway for Data-Driven Leaders in PLA’s Theory of Change for Professional Development. To learn more, please visit www.ala.org/pla/education/theoryofchange