ALA Emerging Leaders 2012 (Team G) poster presentation for Librarians Build Communities
Transcript of ALA Emerging Leaders 2012 (Team G) poster presentation for Librarians Build Communities
I truly believe these experiences bring librarians closer and we gain a sense of pride in what we do. The Libraries Build
Communities experience exemplifies what we value as librarians: cooperation, volunteerism, and professionalism.
– Barbara, Volunteer Day at ALA’s Annual Conference – a must try experience!
[W]e gave support to residents who needed to know we still care about them and
someday they may be using our libraries. – Marsha Arrighi, Louisiana State University
– Kareen Turner, University of Arkansas
The Libraries Build Communities program was a way that I could help rebuild the city in a small, personal way and be
part of something good […] Each experience has helped me grow as a professional […] This form of outreach helps both
participant and host library. – Karen H. Canary, Westfield State University, MA
Librarians Build Communities http://www.librariansbuildcommunities.org/
A national volunteer program connecting librarians and library staff interested in volunteering with community organizations in need of their specialized skills. Librarians Build Communities (LBC) means giving back to our communities, community organizations, and supporting partner organizations. And through volunteer efforts, we connect with our community outside of traditional library settings – attracting new patrons, building advocates, and increasing the awareness of library services.
Why volunteer?
Career exploration
Social outlet
Organizational advantage
Health promotion
Personal development
Benefits
of
Volunteering (in addition to
giving back to our community!)
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Begin volunteering
Try a single-shot volunteer experience with a few colleagues or by yourself Not enough spare time?
• Volunteer virtually and work online and from home • Add a public service element to one of your existing work
projects
Find volunteer opportunities at:
• Your local community service organization
• United We Serve • United Way
Try opportunities that leverage library skills like:
• Teaching • Program development • Technology work • Cataloging
• Rotary • Lions Club • AARP
• Organizing materials • Processing/preservation • and more …
Go BIG, hold your own LBC Day!
Check out our primer for getting LBC started at your state or locality at http://www.librariansbuildcommunities.org/primer/ Find tips and templates on:
• Forming an LBC Committee • Getting buy-in • Reaching out to community organizations • Creating a website • Promoting your efforts • Organizing and conducting the volunteer day • Celebrating your success, building momentum,
and sharing your experiences nationwide
ALA Emerging Leaders 2012 Team G: Ingrid Abrams, Erin Davis, Eboni Dickerson, Jeffery Loo, and Coral Sheldon-Hess – [email protected] Member Guides: Easter DiGangi and Gina Persichini | ALA Staff Liaison: Don Wood
LBC Volunteers, Washington, DC, ALA 2010
Cataloging volunteers, Anaheim, ALA 2008
Habitat for Humanity volunteers, New Orleans, ALA 2006
Processing donated books, New Orleans, ALA 2006
DC Habitat for Humanity, ALA 2007
Habitat for Humanity volunteers New Orleans, ALA 2006
Through your local ALA state chapter or professional organization, organize a Librarians Build Communities volunteer day in conjunction with your library conference. Attendees spare a few hours to give back to the local community.
“To connect librarians with libraries and community organizations in need of skilled volunteers in order
to form meaningful volunteer opportunities and to improve awareness of the expertise librarians
possess.” – LBC Mission Statement
Book Busters Team, New Orleans, ALA 2006