Hello!

Below is a notice for a webinar this afternoon that just came to my attention on First Amendment Audits by Library 2.0.

Please note that this webinar is not Michigan-specific. As with any national presentation involving law, policy, or regulation, libraries should consult their library attorney before altering policies or procedures.

https://www.library20.com/safe-library/responding-to-first-amendment-audits (There is a cost of $99) Library 2.0 does offer access to recordings after a webinar. Some recordings are free, and some have a fee.( See HOME - Library 2.0 under “Recordings” at the top of the page).

Additional information on First Amendment Audits may be found:

MLA Connect Advocacy Hour Archive- Managing Intellectual Freedom Through Key Library Policies- This recent webinar from MLA includes Attorney Anne Seurynck discussing policies that impact Intellectual Freedom issues, including First Amendment Audits. Access requires an MLA membership. https://mla.mclms.net/en/package/8979/course/17384/view

LM Webinar Archives- An oldie but goodie First Amendment Audit webinar, “Smile! First Amendment Audits and Public Libraries.” Access is free https://youtu.be/aVjKMtoMdp8

Have a great day!

Clare

Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D.

Library Law Consultant

Library of Michigan

MembielaC@michigan.gov

517-335-8132

The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem.

“the State may not, consistently with the spirit of the First Amendment, contract the spectrum of available knowledge.” Griswold v. Connecticut, 381 U.S. 479, 482 (1965).

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