Community Building
4 essential keys to effective communication in love, life work - anywhere! : a a how-to guide for practicing the empathic listening, speaking, and dialogue skills to achieve relationship success with the important people in your life
Leal, Bento C. III, author
2017
The 4 stages of psychological safety : defining the path to inclusion and innovation
Clark, Timothy R., author 1964- author
2020
Ask, listen, empower : grounding your library work in community engagement.
2020
"This important resource provides targeted guidance on how libraries can effectively engage with the public to address a range of issues for the betterment of their community, whether it is a city, neighborhood, campus, or something else"-- Provided by publisher.
Community-led libraries toolkit : starting us all down the path toward developing public libraries.
2008
Creating inclusive library environments : a planning guide for serving patrons with disabilities
Kowalsky, Michelle, author
2017
Although the ADA and the subsequent amendments act have been in effect for years, there are still some buildings where structure and interiors limit access. Libraries should be proactive in creating inclusive environments. Kowalsky and Woodruff highlight disability and access issues, and highlight best practices recommended for a barrier-free environment.
Five steps of outcome-based planning and evaluation for public libraries
Gross, Melissa, author.
2016
Going places with youth outreach : smart marketing strategies for your library
Pfeil, Angela B.
2005
Incubating creativity at your library : a sourcebook for connecting with communities
Batykefer, Erinn, author.
2019
The librarian's guide to homelessness : an empathy-driven approach to solving problems, preventing conflict, and serving everyone
Dowd, Ryan, author
2018
"Homelessness is a perennial topic of concern at libraries. In fact, staff at public libraries interact with almost as many homeless individuals as staff at shelters do. In this book Dowd, executive director of a homeless shelter, spotlights best practices drawn from his own shelter's policies and training materials" -- Provided by publisher.
Libraries and sanctuary : supporting refugees and other new arrivals
Vincent, John, 1948- author.
2022
Libraries and Sanctuary is a practical guide to how libraries and their staff can support new arrivals - people who have crossed borders to reach a country. The book looks at the different drivers behind an individual's move, their need for signposting, and at the sorts of barriers that are faced by new arrivals and people seeking sanctuary. Readers will discover the background reasons for migration, the global political context of migration, and the likely impacts of both of these.They will also gain an understanding of just how much work libraries have done so far; learn from practical initiatives, 'what works' examples and longer case studies; identify gaps in library provision; and find inspiration to start similar initiatives in their own institution. Drawing on the author's decades of work in libraries and social exclusion, this is a book for anyone seeking to create an inclusive and welcoming library community.
Reading matters : what the research reveals about reading, libraries, and community
Ross, Catherine Sheldrick.
2006
The responsive public library : how to develop and market a winning collection
Baker, Sharon L.
2002
Tactical urbanism for librarians : quick, low-cost ways to make big changes
Munro, Karen, 1973-, author
2017
Transform and thrive : ideas to invigorate your library and your community
Stoltz, Dorothy, author
2018
"Successful libraries are those that continuously learn to listen and respond, prioritizing an organizational approach that encourages library staff to work with each other as well as the community to create opportunities to thrive. In this book the authors demonstrate how it boils down to applying a handful of straightforward principles. This book walks readers through how to: identify the community's motivating factors; create a culture of learning at the library; apply courage, curiosity, and creativity to cope with challenges; ask the right questions to get the right answers; draw out creative ideas from both staff and the community; and use creativity exercises for both individual and group problem solving"-- Provided by publisher.