As a library staff member, you may face stressful or potentially harmful situations on the job. Maybe you’ve recently had a run-in with a patron asking you uncomfortable questions or had a program that was met with protests. Perhaps you have community members who are experiencing mental health issues, homelessness, …
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly advanced in recent years, and its use continues to grow. For libraries, understanding its applications—and the potential risks—is essential, especially when it comes to collection development. AI is being used by authors and publishers alike to streamline their work. This can be problematic depending on …
What do library patrons need to know about freedom to read? “The freedom to choose what we read does not, however, include the freedom to choose for others.” Canadian School Libraries Association Additional Resources CFLA’s Statement on Intellectual Freedom and Libraries National Freedom to Read Week Centre for Free Expression’s …