Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our Mission
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are fundamental values of the association and its members, and diversity is listed as one of ALA's Key Action Areas. The Office for Diversity, Literacy and Outreach Services uses a social justice framework to ensure the inclusion of diverse perspectives within our profession and association to best position ALA as a trusted, leading advocate for equitable access to library services for all.
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Eight tool kits, including The Small but Powerful Guide to Winning Big Support for Your Rural Library.
Hateful Conduct in Libraries: Supporting Library Workers and Patrons can be used by libraries as they initiate conversations among staff members and within their communities.
This EDI video series gives visibility to a diverse representation of library workers, champions, and patrons to help deepen the understanding of the principles of EDI.
How is your library responding to current events and social justice issues? Tweet and post on social media using the #librariesrespond hashtag.
Intersections highlights the work of library and information science workers as they create safe, responsible, and all-inclusive spaces that serve and represent the entire community.
2023 Spectrum Scholarships were awarded to 70 exceptional students pursuing graduate degrees in library and information studies.
