This civic engagement series includes topics such as deliberative conversations that public, academic, and school libraries are convening; how these discussions are repositioning libraries in their communities; and the logistics involved in planning a forum -- from choosing the issue topic to publicizing the event to following up with participants.
The first session of the four part Civic Engagement series introduces the topic of the series: public deliberation, a process used to engage contentious, difficult issues from diverse perspectives. The presentation is divided into three parts: "Why Now and Why Libraries?", "What is Deliberation?" and "Success Stories from the Field".
This program is presented by Patty Dineen, Public Engagement Consultant/Contributing Editor, National Issues Forums Institute Website; Nancy Kranich, Chair, ALA Center for Civic Life Advisory Committee; and Carolyn Caywood, Convener, Virginia Beach Public Library Forums, and Fellow of the Hampton Roads Center for Civic Engagement.
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Takeaways
- Introduction to the logistics involved in planning a forum - from choosing the issue topic to publicizing the event and following up with participants.
Who Should Attend
This program is beneficial to everyone.
Speakers
- Patty Dineen, Public Engagement Consultant Contributing Editor, National Issues Forums Institute Website
- Nancy Kranich, Chair, ALA Center for Civic Life Advisory Committee
- Carolyn Caywood, Convener, Virginia Beach Public Library Forums, and Fellow of the Hampton Roads Center for Civic Engagement
Registration
Cost
Free
How to Register
View the recorded presentation here.
Tech Requirements
YouTube access and speakers/headphones
Contact
ALA Public Programs Office (312.280.5045 / publicprograms@ala.org)