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 fourth, and final session, of the Civic Engagement series will give participants and listeners insight into planning to hold forums, choosing the issue topic, logistics, and providing resources for forum participants.
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; Ellen Knutson, Program Director for Graduate Engagement Opportunities at the Center for Civic Engagement at Northwestern University; and Besty McBride designer and supporter of civic engagement projects for public agencies and other organizations.
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Takeaways
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Insight into planning to hold forums, choosing the issue topic, logistics, and providing resources for forum 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
- Ellen Knutson, Program Director for Graduate Engagement Opportunities at the Center for Civic Engagement and Northwestern University
- Besty McBride, designer and supporter of civic engagement projects for public agencies and other organizations
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)