[cid:image001.jpg@01D79F34.AE942860] Being the director or dean of a library, regardless of size or type, is a unique job with unique needs that often only another person in that position can fully comprehend or appreciate. MLA is pleased to announce the launch of Think Space, an all-inclusive educational and networking experience designed by library directors for library directors. Think Space will showcase innovations in key areas of library management, leadership, and technology via compelling and cutting-edge sessions presented by well-respected experts, all while giving attendees the opportunity to build deep, lasting relationships with a cohort of colleagues from across the state. Each year the Think Space cohort will focus on one specific topic of importance to Michigan library directors and explore that subject in-depth. Our inaugural Think Space will focus on equity, diversity, accessibility, and belonging, including: · Understanding your starting point in the journey towards equity · Hiring practices through the lens of EDI · Racial equity-based approaches to workforce development & training · Legal aspects that are important to consider when drafting EDI policies · Social Justice in America today Registration is open now and includes 4 full days of learning and interaction, 2 overnight hotel stays, meals, special events and receptions. Join your colleagues for time to THINK deeply in a safe SPACE. Attendance is limited so reserve your seat today! Visit https://www.milibraries.org/think-space for complete details. Scholarships are available! [A picture containing text, clipart Description automatically generated] Amber Sheerin, CMP, DES, CTA (She/Her) Program and Event Director Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 Office: 517-394-2774 Direct: 517-881-3194 *Please note new number asheerin@milibraries.org<mailto:asheerin@milibraries.org> www.milibraries.org<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.milibraries.org%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdeanjl%40udmercy.edu%7Cf692f7742583436eba1e08d7a0f63a92%7Cc8a4c2d8bd6840bab8b67522be9a7171%7C0%7C0%7C637154852055241017&sdata=9ej2pOBSweiuaU8hpx4jMqoJMSH%2BRz4WNB7IhpNi73s%3D&reserved=0> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FMichiganLibraryAssociation&data=02%7C01%7Cdeanjl%40udmercy.edu%7Cf692f7742583436eba1e08d7a0f63a92%7Cc8a4c2d8bd6840bab8b67522be9a7171%7C0%7C0%7C637154852055251013&sdata=Th0TcwslA3d76K3JTgsGU87oG99mgJWlz8ibEzVY9jc%3D&reserved=0> and Twitter<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Fmlaoffice&data=02%7C01%7Cdeanjl%40udmercy.edu%7Cf692f7742583436eba1e08d7a0f63a92%7Cc8a4c2d8bd6840bab8b67522be9a7171%7C0%7C0%7C637154852055251013&sdata=G8ESMwB%2BtH7rMxCSZuOQwqAoCeX%2FcTXoYceNkJmIoi0%3D&reserved=0>!
