Matthew Noe and Chris Arrant, Chair
CHARGE
The Resources and Toolkits Committee is tasked with making accessible guidance on developing comics collections, programming, and other opportunities within the profession.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develops guides for key aspects of comics librarianship, including but not limited to: comics review sites, publishers, publisher contacts, librarian-specific newsletter lists, and guidance on advocating for comics collections.
- Develops and maintains toolkits to encourage the development of broader comics collections, such as “History Comics”, “Graphic Medicine”, etc.
- Coordinates resources for professional response to challenges to comics, both within and outside of the library, in conjunction with existing efforts (CBLDF, ALA OIF, etc.).
- Creates quick-response title lists and guides in response to current events.
- Aids other ALA or outside groups with the development of both web-based and in-person educational opportunities relevant to comics librarianship.
- Works closely with the GNCRT Communications Committee to ensure developed resources and toolkits are maintained on the GNCRT website and regularly promoted.
COMPOSITION
- 10-15 virtual members
- ALA Staff Liaison
TERM
- 2 years