New from ACRL - “Inclusive Leadership in Academic Libraries”

CHICAGO – The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) announces the publication of “Inclusive Leadership in Academic Libraries,” edited by Annie Bélanger, Jennifer A. DeVito, and John J. Meier. This collection explores what inclusive leadership is, the theories underlying it, and ways to incorporate it into your daily work.

Libraries are forever in a state of change and evolution. We are affected by social movements, cultural norms, the political climate, and economic forces. Developing skills in inclusive leadership is one step toward fostering workspaces that are diverse, equitable, and able to effectively manage through change while holding true to our values as library colleagues.

"Inclusive Leadership in Academic Libraries" offers 26 chapters in three parts designed to help you develop these skills.

• Setting the Stage: Introduces inclusive leadership and theoretical frameworks
• Concepts and Practices: Includes chapters on the themes and theories of inclusive leadership and case studies demonstrating them
• Living Into Inclusive Leadership: Puts inclusive leadership into practice and offers examples of how it’s been done in various academic libraries

Inclusive leadership incorporates empathy, acknowledges that every person brings different perspectives and skills to the workplace, and articulates that leaders exist at all levels. "Inclusive Leadership in Academic Libraries" will help you incorporate effective, equitable practices throughout your library. This book is also available as an open access edition.

“Inclusive Leadership in Academic Libraries” is available for purchase in print through the ALA Online Store and Amazon.com; via EBSCO, ProQuest, and other ebook vendors; and by telephone order at (866) 746-7252 in the U.S. or (770) 442-8633 for international customers.

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The Association of College & Research Libraries (ACRL) is the higher education association for academic libraries and library workers. Representing more than 8,000 individuals and libraries, ACRL (a division of the American Library Association) develops programs, products, and services to help those working in academic and research libraries learn, innovate, and lead within the academic community. Founded in 1940, ACRL is committed to advancing learning, transforming scholarship, and creating diverse and inclusive communities. Find ACRL on the web, Facebook, Twitter, Bluesky, Instagram, LinkedIn, Threads, and YouTube.

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