How Employers Can Support Library Workers Who Are Caregivers During COVID-19

ALA's Committee on the Status of Women in Librarianship (COSWL) presented a free webinar on February 2, 2021, “How Employers Can Support Library Workers Who Are Caregivers During COVID-19.” Presenters explored how employers can create emotionally healthy workplaces with relevant policies and procedures; how employers can provide flexible schedules as well as work expectations; and how employers can assist staff who are taking care of children and/or parents during this time of COVID-19. The session was moderated by Loida Garcia-Febo, Chair of COSWL.

Featured presenters include: Maggie Farrell, Dean of Libraries, University of Nevada, Las Vegas; Tonya A. Garcia, Director, Long Branch Free Public Library, New Jersey; and Bobbi Newman, Community Engagement and Outreach Specialist, National Network of Libraries of Medicine, Greater Midwest Region, University of Iowa. For questions, contact Beatrice Calvin.

Topics: Library Management, Workforce Support

Audience: Library managers and supervisors