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Written by Lisa Schiff on 2025-01-27 at 04:47

The American Library Association calls out gaslighting by the Trump redefined Department of Education https://www.ala.org/news/2025/01/book-bans-are-real #bookbans #defendlibraries #libraries #intellectual_freedom

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Written by Lisa Schiff on 2025-01-26 at 19:34

Would love some tips from others on something I'm struggling with right now--how to stay up to date on the carnage in order to be informed and take action where I can, but without getting overwhelmed and stuck in unproductive reading about the seemingly boundless assault Trump & co. are unleashing.

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Written by Lisa Schiff on 2025-01-15 at 17:43

Jan 27 DLF Committee on Equity and Inclusion mtg discussion topic: Impacts of turning away from terms like “DEI,” “diversity,” and “equity." How to advance and track this work without the full use of our vocabulary? https://wiki.diglib.org/Committee_for_Equity_and_Inclusion Open to all! DM me for details! #DEI #libraries

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Written by Lisa Schiff on 2025-01-15 at 04:45

If you're able to donate, here is a list of GoFundMe's for Black families displaced by the fires in Southern California: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pK5omSsD4KGhjEHCVgcVw-rd4FZP9haoijEx1mSAm5c/htmlview?fbclid=IwY2xjawHztoRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHZC7VGktsyOxoYcYNI7STee71NWbrYA9iV_KMB55qN52DFlPvA4o3TXNxA_aem_31x2W3U0OUoc_Ty59aXuvQ

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Written by Lisa Schiff on 2025-01-13 at 18:55

If you use digitized items (photos, manuscripts) or digitized historical audio/visual archives for your research, there is a new study out trying to understand how you find/use digitized, online library materials. The short, anonymous survey should take approximately 8-10 minutes to complete. https://forms.office.com/r/nuqD9ZJzFq

Send questions to Sarah Severson (sarah.severson@ualberta.ca) & Nailisa Tanner(nailisa.tanner@mcgill.ca) #digitalcollections #archives #research

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Written by Lisa Schiff on 2025-01-10 at 15:49

"Free For All: The Public Library" https://www.pbs.org/independentlens/documentaries/free-for-all/ is a wonderful film highlighting their important role in our lives, but doesn't shy away from the historical racism and classism. Current issues (book banning, attacks on libraries/librarians, etc.) are presented in an historically grounded way. The message that we must actively, intentionally, support and strengthen our libraries to ensure they meet community needs comes through loud and clear. #libraries #bookbans #publiclibraries

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Written by Lisa Schiff on 2025-01-10 at 02:45

At the sneak preview for "Free for All: The Public Library" https://www.pbs.org/independentlens/documentaries/free-for-all/

[#]libraries #publiclibraries #intellectualfreedom #thirdspace

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Written by Lisa Schiff on 2024-12-06 at 20:59

Just learned that there is a Friends of the San Quentin Prison Library and made a donation! Check out their wonderful work! https://www.friendsofthesanquentinprisonlibrary.com/ #abolition #libraries #prisonlibraries

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Written by Lisa Schiff on 2024-12-06 at 18:09

Anyone concerned with pushing back on book bans and censorship and defending libraries should sign-up for Kelly Jensen's excellent blog: https://bookriot.com/newsletter/literary-activism/ We link to many of her pieces in the For The People newsletter also (https://www.librariesforthepeople.org/) #defend_libraries #public_libraries #bookbans

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Written by Lisa Schiff on 2024-12-02 at 17:55

Interested in strengthening & defending #libraries? Check out For The People's December newsletter, which includes a great interview with a chair of a library Friends group & info about the 2025 training for folks interested in library boards. https://librariesforthepeople.substack.com/p/for-the-people-newsletter-vol-xxii

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Written by Lisa Schiff on 2024-11-24 at 01:46

Just learned about this excellent upcoming event: https://publishersforpalestine.org/2024/11/18/join-read-palestine-week-2024-november-29-december-5/

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Written by Lisa Schiff on 2024-11-20 at 17:10

This is the University of California right now: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/nov/20/university-of-california-pro-palestinian-protest-trial

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Written by Lisa Schiff on 2024-11-02 at 16:16

So, so many reasons to vote this coming Tuesday, including defending libraries. Check out these great maps from EveryLibrary showing state-by-state library related ballot measures that are either positive (https://www.everylibrary.org/positivebills) or harmful (https://www.everylibrary.org/billtracking) #vote #libraries

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Written by Lisa Schiff on 2024-10-24 at 03:46

I'm especially interested in the excellent one on libraries and bookbans: https://stopproject2025comic.org/comic/libraries/. I read it today, and now I'm just getting a 403 error.

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Written by Lisa Schiff on 2024-10-24 at 03:44

Is it just me or has someone messed with the zines exposing Project 2025 here: https://stopproject2025comic.org/

[#]libraries #bookbans #project2025

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Written by Lisa Schiff on 2024-10-22 at 17:01

Just released--a new resource helping authors from the University of California understand how to make their research articles freely available! #openaccess https://osc.universityofcalifornia.edu/2024/10/new-guide-for-making-articles-oa-at-uc/

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Written by Lisa Schiff on 2024-09-19 at 18:31

The DLF Committee for Equity & Inclusion meets Mon. 9/23, 3pm ET. Our discussion topic: strategies & tools for assessing #library/#glam programs & services through a #DEI lens and also how DEI specific efforts are being assessed. Bring your thoughts, experiences,& questions! DM me for mtg details

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Written by Lisa Schiff on 2024-09-13 at 17:21

Hi Everyone. Two great new positions are open at @crossref --Director of Technology and Director of Programs & Services: https://www.crossref.org/jobs/ I'm on the Board and would be happy to speak with anyone about the organization and these opportunities! #jobs #scholarlycommunications #openscience

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Written by Lisa Schiff on 2024-08-16 at 17:37

Two interesting discussion topics on the agenda for the 8/26 DLF Committee on #equity & #inclusion mtg: ALA's webinar re. new Title II ADA Regulation & the Chronicle of Higher Ed DEI Legislation tracker https://www.chronicle.com/article/here-are-the-states-where-lawmakers-are-seeking-to-ban-colleges-dei-efforts?sra=true DM me for zoom details. #libraries #glam #dei #accessibility

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