From the State Library of Ohio

Please join us on August 25, 2022, for Privacy, Advocacy, and Intellectual Freedom–a vibrant discussion with John Chrastka (EveryLibrary) and Alison Macrina (Library Freedom Project). Through a dialogue-based presentation, attendees will encounter a variety of approaches to cope with and prepare for our current climate of book and program challenges facing libraries. This is the second installment of the  Be The Change series. 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 series 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. 

John Chrastka is co-founder and executive director of EveryLibrary, the only national political action committee for libraries, and the EveryLibrary Institute, a public policy and tax policy think tank for libraries. Since 2012, EveryLibrary has supported public libraries in numerous funding negotiations and election days, winning over $1.8 billion dollars in stable tax money for libraries. 
Alison Macrina is an activist librarian and the director of Library Freedom Project. Alison started LFP in 2015 to build community with other librarians who are dedicated to library values of privacy, intellectual freedom, social responsibility, and the public good. She works from a justice orientation, rooted in a materialist analysis that emphasizes people’s real-life conditions, recognizing the systems responsible for oppression and their inherent contradictions.

Through their different but related passions, John and Alison have had the opportunity to present together on many occasions.  They will discuss common material and program challenges, as well as respond to attendee questions on issues of advocacy, privacy and intellectual freedom. After a short break, attendees will have the opportunity to engage with colleagues during small group discussions, led by volunteer facilitators, and discuss how to apply what they’ve learned to provide better library services for their communities. A recording of the presentation and Q&A portions of the event will be made available to all registrants, even if they are not able to attend in real-time.

Be the Change - Privacy, Advocacy, and Intellectual Freedom (Register here)
Thursday, August 25, 2022
2:00 - 4 :00 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 seeking nominations for appointment to a five-year term on the State Library Board. The successful appointee will serve January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2027. Board members are eligible to serve two terms on the State Library Board.

The nominated candidate should have experience in at least one of the following areas:

As a board member or an employee of a public organization or institution.
As a board member or former employee of a school, public, academic or specialized library.
In the development of equal access to information for all Ohio residents.
Changing technologies and their impact on libraries.

The State Library Board consists of five members appointed by the State Board of Education. The Board typically meets six times a year beginning in January. The upcoming schedule can be found here. For information on the specific powers and duties of the State Library Board, please see Section 3375.01 of the Ohio Revised Code. The Board will evaluate candidates’ diversity, geographic locations, and relevant experience, and forward candidates’ information along with a recommendation to be considered for appointment by the State Board of Education.

Current State Library Board members are:
Alan Hall, President, of Steubenville (term ends 12/31/22)
Janet Carleton, Vice-President, of Athens (term ends 12/31/24)
Laurie Gemmill Arp of Columbus (term ends 12/31/23)
Theresa Fredericka of Lakewood (term ends 12/31/25)
Drew Wichterman of Dayton (term ends 12/31/26)

Current or past board members or former employees of school, public, academic, or special libraries will be given first consideration for nomination. However, it should be noted that a person cannot serve on a public library board and on the State Library Board concurrently.

The State Library Board has identified the following top strategic goals for the agency:

Goal 1: Raise Awareness

Goal 2: Widen Access

Goal 3: Lead Innovation

Please complete and return the State Library Board Nomination Form, plus any supporting information such as a resume or curriculum vitae and letters of support, to Julia Ward, Executive Secretary to the State Librarian’s Office, at jward@library.ohio.gov by 12:00 p.m. on September 16, 2022.


From the State Library of Ohio Please join us on August 25, 2022, for Privacy, Advocacy, and Intellectual Freedom–a vibrant discussion with John Chrastka (EveryLibrary) and Alison Macrina (Library Freedom Project). Through a dialogue-based presentation, attendees will encounter a variety of approaches to cope with and prepare for our current climate of book and program challenges facing libraries. This is the second installment of the  Be The Change series. 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 series 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.  John Chrastka is co-founder and executive director of EveryLibrary, the only national political action committee for libraries, and the EveryLibrary Institute, a public policy and tax policy think tank for libraries. Since 2012, EveryLibrary has supported public libraries in numerous funding negotiations and election days, winning over $1.8 billion dollars in stable tax money for libraries.  Alison Macrina is an activist librarian and the director of Library Freedom Project. Alison started LFP in 2015 to build community with other librarians who are dedicated to library values of privacy, intellectual freedom, social responsibility, and the public good. She works from a justice orientation, rooted in a materialist analysis that emphasizes people’s real-life conditions, recognizing the systems responsible for oppression and their inherent contradictions. Through their different but related passions, John and Alison have had the opportunity to present together on many occasions.  They will discuss common material and program challenges, as well as respond to attendee questions on issues of advocacy, privacy and intellectual freedom. After a short break, attendees will have the opportunity to engage with colleagues during small group discussions, led by volunteer facilitators, and discuss how to apply what they’ve learned to provide better library services for their communities. A recording of the presentation and Q&A portions of the event will be made available to all registrants, even if they are not able to attend in real-time. Be the Change - Privacy, Advocacy, and Intellectual Freedom (Register here) Thursday, August 25, 2022 2:00 - 4 :00 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 seeking nominations for appointment to a five-year term on the State Library Board. The successful appointee will serve January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2027. Board members are eligible to serve two terms on the State Library Board. The nominated candidate should have experience in at least one of the following areas: As a board member or an employee of a public organization or institution. As a board member or former employee of a school, public, academic or specialized library. In the development of equal access to information for all Ohio residents. Changing technologies and their impact on libraries. The State Library Board consists of five members appointed by the State Board of Education. The Board typically meets six times a year beginning in January. The upcoming schedule can be found here. For information on the specific powers and duties of the State Library Board, please see Section 3375.01 of the Ohio Revised Code. The Board will evaluate candidates’ diversity, geographic locations, and relevant experience, and forward candidates’ information along with a recommendation to be considered for appointment by the State Board of Education. Current State Library Board members are: Alan Hall, President, of Steubenville (term ends 12/31/22) Janet Carleton, Vice-President, of Athens (term ends 12/31/24) Laurie Gemmill Arp of Columbus (term ends 12/31/23) Theresa Fredericka of Lakewood (term ends 12/31/25) Drew Wichterman of Dayton (term ends 12/31/26) Current or past board members or former employees of school, public, academic, or special libraries will be given first consideration for nomination. However, it should be noted that a person cannot serve on a public library board and on the State Library Board concurrently. The State Library Board has identified the following top strategic goals for the agency: Goal 1: Raise Awareness Goal 2: Widen Access Goal 3: Lead Innovation Please complete and return the State Library Board Nomination Form, plus any supporting information such as a resume or curriculum vitae and letters of support, to Julia Ward, Executive Secretary to the State Librarian’s Office, at jward@library.ohio.gov by 12:00 p.m. on September 16, 2022.
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