From the State Library

The State Library of Ohio and OhioNet are collaborating to bring you the “Be the Change” online workshop series under the umbrella of Library Leadership Ohio (LLO).

The LLO committee recognizes the ongoing challenges facing library staff around Ohio, and we are committed to broadening access to these programs and resources by creating a new, online leadership opportunity.

This series of events is open to Ohio library staff of all types and from all levels to grow their knowledge on a topic and explore how they can make change within their organization and the field at large. The programs delivered will focus on important and timely topics in the library field that require systemic shifts in perspective and action.

Each two-hour virtual meeting will feature an interactive presentation from subject matter experts, followed by facilitated breakout sessions in small groups. Though prior knowledge and experience with each topic is strongly encouraged, participants will have access to curated resources to help them prepare for each meeting. There will be no application process and no charge to participate. Sign up for just one presentation or plan to take all three workshops in series – these workshops are free and available to everyone.

Our first event will be held on 6/8/22 with a focus on resilience and how to change the culture within our profession and within individual organizations to better support the social emotional wellbeing of library workers. Led by #1 New York Times Bestselling Author of The Power of Regret, When, To Sell is Human, Drive, and A Whole New Mind Daniel Pink, attendees will reflect on key questions to ask as the world emerges from the pandemic. Libraries, just like organizations everywhere, are reexamining their operations and rethinking their priorities. What do they stand for? How should they navigate what comes next? And how might they build cultures where people can do their best work and be their best selves?

In this provocative and practical presentation, #1 New York Times bestselling author Daniel Pink will draw on an unprecedented two-year study of our most misunderstood emotion: regret. He will show that ignoring or rejecting regrets is a colossal mistake. Instead, confronting regrets systematically can deliver an array of organizational benefits. It can sharpen leaders’ decisions, speed learning and development, and boost individual and team performance.
Be The Change - Beyond Resilience: A New Path to a Strong Culture
Wednesday, June 8, 2022 from 2-4 p.m.
This series of events is supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
If you have any questions, please contact Evan T. Struble, Associate State Librarian for Library Development at the State Library of Ohio, at estruble@library.ohio.gov or 614-752-9178.

The State Library of Ohio is pleased to announce the third round of Metadata Mini-Grants. This grant enables libraries to digitize and create new collections for the Digital Public Library of America. Applications are due by Wednesday, July 13, 2022.

Through work with Ohio Digital Network, Ohio’s DPLA Hub, and support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, libraries can apply for up to $4,999 to remediate metadata for collections that have already been digitized and create new digital collections.

DPLA brings digital collections from cultural heritage collections across the U.S. together in one place and makes them freely accessible to all. Libraries, archives, and museums in Ohio have already contributed 300,000 items to this national project, and with this grant, your organization can be a part of the project, too!

Register for an informational webinar to be held on Wednesday, June 22, 2022, at 10 a.m.
Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, July 13, 2022.
You can find more information and application instructions on the State Library’s website.

Ryan Dowd is hosting his next live training Mental Illness: Basic Introduction to Mental Illness which is the second in a 3-part series on mental health. If you can’t attend live the replay will be available on zoom for 4 weeks and in Niche Academy 5 days after the live training.

PART 2 - Mental Illness: Basic introduction to mental illness (May 26, 2:00-3:30 ET)

Basic overview of the major mental health conditions
Special focus on schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders

REGISTRATION LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4316469293825/WN_FErhyEg8R5iWYg44hConXw

PART 3 - Mental Illness: Live Q&A with Dr. Eric Ward and Ryan Dowd (June 9, 2:00-3:00 ET)

Have a question about the training or how to handle a specific situation? Now’s your chance to ask an expert!
Dr. Eric Ward (Doctorate in Psychology, entire career working in mental health) will co-host a Q&A with Ryan and answer your tough questions.

REGISTRATION LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2116469304767/WN_QpubM_v4SjaO4ZC4P8pCxA

A former director of a Chicago homeless shelter, Ryan Dowd is the author of The Librarians Guide to Homelessness: An Empathy-Driven

Approach to Solving Problems, Preventing Conflict, and Serving Everyone.  He travels all over the United States speaking to libraries about how to best help homeless patrons using empathy and respect.  He also provides training to police departments, nonprofits and other organizations on how to compassionately manage problematic behavior from troubled individuals.

To access The Librarian’s Guide to Homelessness core training on Niche Academy, go to the State Library of Ohio’s Training and Professional Development page and click the homelessness training link.  Once in Niche Academy, you will be prompted to login or create an account. Certificates will be issued within Niche Academy after the completion of the core training or webinar.

If you have trouble accessing the training or upcoming webinar, email Erin Kelsey, Library Consultant at the State Library of Ohio at: ekelsey@library.ohio.gov. 

The Librarian’s Guide to Homelessness core training purchased by the State Library in 2019 and has been renewed through August 2022. The online training, authored by Ryan Dowd, is available for all Ohio public and academic library staff.  The four-part training is an empathy-driven approach that provides best practices for library staff on how to understand the homeless population and serve them better. There are also practical tips on how to deal with and de-escalate common situations and issues, and make staff feel empowered and safe.  Archived webinars are available as separate modules in Niche Academy. 


From the State Library The State Library of Ohio and OhioNet are collaborating to bring you the “Be the Change” online workshop series under the umbrella of Library Leadership Ohio (LLO). The LLO committee recognizes the ongoing challenges facing library staff around Ohio, and we are committed to broadening access to these programs and resources by creating a new, online leadership opportunity. This series of events is open to Ohio library staff of all types and from all levels to grow their knowledge on a topic and explore how they can make change within their organization and the field at large. The programs delivered will focus on important and timely topics in the library field that require systemic shifts in perspective and action. Each two-hour virtual meeting will feature an interactive presentation from subject matter experts, followed by facilitated breakout sessions in small groups. Though prior knowledge and experience with each topic is strongly encouraged, participants will have access to curated resources to help them prepare for each meeting. There will be no application process and no charge to participate. Sign up for just one presentation or plan to take all three workshops in series – these workshops are free and available to everyone. Our first event will be held on 6/8/22 with a focus on resilience and how to change the culture within our profession and within individual organizations to better support the social emotional wellbeing of library workers. Led by *#1 New York Times Bestselling Author of The Power of Regret, When, To Sell is Human, Drive, and A Whole New Mind* Daniel Pink, attendees will reflect on key questions to ask as the world emerges from the pandemic. Libraries, just like organizations everywhere, are reexamining their operations and rethinking their priorities. What do they stand for? How should they navigate what comes next? And how might they build cultures where people can do their best work and be their best selves? In this provocative and practical presentation, #1 New York Times bestselling author Daniel Pink will draw on an unprecedented two-year study of our most misunderstood emotion: regret. He will show that ignoring or rejecting regrets is a colossal mistake. Instead, confronting regrets systematically can deliver an array of organizational benefits. It can sharpen leaders’ decisions, speed learning and development, and boost individual and team performance. Be The Change - Beyond Resilience: A New Path to a Strong Culture Wednesday, June 8, 2022 from 2-4 p.m. This series of events is supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. If you have any questions, please contact Evan T. Struble, Associate State Librarian for Library Development at the State Library of Ohio, at estruble@library.ohio.gov or 614-752-9178. The State Library of Ohio is pleased to announce the third round of Metadata Mini-Grants. This grant enables libraries to digitize and create new collections for the Digital Public Library of America. Applications are due by Wednesday, July 13, 2022. Through work with Ohio Digital Network, Ohio’s DPLA Hub, and support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, libraries can apply for up to $4,999 to remediate metadata for collections that have already been digitized and create new digital collections. DPLA brings digital collections from cultural heritage collections across the U.S. together in one place and makes them freely accessible to all. Libraries, archives, and museums in Ohio have already contributed 300,000 items to this national project, and with this grant, your organization can be a part of the project, too! Register for an informational webinar to be held on Wednesday, June 22, 2022, at 10 a.m. Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, July 13, 2022. You can find more information and application instructions on the State Library’s website. Ryan Dowd is hosting his next live training Mental Illness: Basic Introduction to Mental Illness which is the second in a 3-part series on mental health. If you can’t attend live the replay will be available on zoom for 4 weeks and in Niche Academy 5 days after the live training. PART 2 - Mental Illness: Basic introduction to mental illness (May 26, 2:00-3:30 ET) Basic overview of the major mental health conditions Special focus on schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders REGISTRATION LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4316469293825/WN_FErhyEg8R5iWYg44hConXw PART 3 - Mental Illness: Live Q&A with Dr. Eric Ward and Ryan Dowd (June 9, 2:00-3:00 ET) Have a question about the training or how to handle a specific situation? Now’s your chance to ask an expert! Dr. Eric Ward (Doctorate in Psychology, entire career working in mental health) will co-host a Q&A with Ryan and answer your tough questions. REGISTRATION LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2116469304767/WN_QpubM_v4SjaO4ZC4P8pCxA A former director of a Chicago homeless shelter, Ryan Dowd is the author of The Librarians Guide to Homelessness: An Empathy-Driven Approach to Solving Problems, Preventing Conflict, and Serving Everyone.  He travels all over the United States speaking to libraries about how to best help homeless patrons using empathy and respect.  He also provides training to police departments, nonprofits and other organizations on how to compassionately manage problematic behavior from troubled individuals. To access The Librarian’s Guide to Homelessness core training on Niche Academy, go to the State Library of Ohio’s Training and Professional Development page and click the homelessness training link.  Once in Niche Academy, you will be prompted to login or create an account. Certificates will be issued within Niche Academy after the completion of the core training or webinar. If you have trouble accessing the training or upcoming webinar, email Erin Kelsey, Library Consultant at the State Library of Ohio at: ekelsey@library.ohio.gov.  The Librarian’s Guide to Homelessness core training purchased by the State Library in 2019 and has been renewed through August 2022. The online training, authored by Ryan Dowd, is available for all Ohio public and academic library staff.  The four-part training is an empathy-driven approach that provides best practices for library staff on how to understand the homeless population and serve them better. There are also practical tips on how to deal with and de-escalate common situations and issues, and make staff feel empowered and safe.  Archived webinars are available as separate modules in Niche Academy.
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