Please see information below from United for Libraries. Michigan Trustees, Directors, Friends Groups and Foundations can attend this virtual conference At NO EXTRA CHARGE thanks to the purchase by the Library of Michigan using IMLS/LSTA funds. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services<https://www.imls.gov/>. Thanks! Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC@michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 [2022 United for Libraries Virtual: Trustees, Friends, Foundations]2022 United for Libraries Virtual: Trustees, Friends, Foundations FREE Registration for Michigan Libraries August 9-11, 2022 Congratulations! The Library of Michigan has purchased statewide registration for all library directors/staff, Trustees/board members, Friends, and Foundations in Michigan. Registration includes live and on-demand access to all sessions. Description This three-day virtual event will feature expert speakers on current topics facing library Trustees, Friends, Foundations, and staff who work with them. Confirmed sessions include: Keynotes: * Diversity Training That Generates Real Change: Inclusive Approaches That Benefit Individuals, Business, and Society * Library Workers are NOT Okay: How Trustees Can Support the Health & Well-Being of Library Staff Sessions: * Community Needs Assessment: Informing Library Goals and Strategy * Diversity in Library Boards, Friend Groups, and Foundations: Successes and Struggles in Recruiting and Retaining Diverse Members * Our Collection & EDI: A Richmond Public Library Story * Power Up Your Annual Fund Drive! * Practical Policy Management: A Guide for Trustees * Preparing for a Material Challenge * Successful Bequest Fundraising: Planned Giving Lessons from the Field * Tweeting to Congress: Library Social Media Advocacy Registration Registration is required for live and/or on-demand access. Choose the option below that best meets your needs: Option 1: If you are registered in the Michigan Statewide Course at https://elearning.ala.org/<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Felearning.ala.org%2F&data=05%7C01%7Cmembielac%40michigan.gov%7C57bf9c8981ed40cb369608da4d81c347%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637907516977459062%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=E97SC79aYrVpHZVsD1GD4s31esGVBiYwGckK3DyVTbs%3D&reserved=0> * Click here<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Felearning.ala.org%2Fmod%2Fsubcourse%2Fview.php%3Fid%3D17020&data=05%7C01%7Cmembielac%40michigan.gov%7C57bf9c8981ed40cb369608da4d81c347%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637907516977459062%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=W2M1gjaYKhHbvkZbiW9DpueAyxNzrAlTMmBsa4vBBzo%3D&reserved=0> and you'll be automatically registered in the 2022 United for Libraries Virtual course. OR * Complete the alternate registration form here<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fairtable.com%2FshrdKjAngx51wO3yW&data=05%7C01%7Cmembielac%40michigan.gov%7C57bf9c8981ed40cb369608da4d81c347%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637907516977459062%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=87ytUcQebbNLdP4wbPU2Gsqla%2BDa55DK5B%2BzT7pYsJk%3D&reserved=0>. Option 2: If you are *not* registered in the Michigan Statewide Course at https://elearning.ala.org/<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Felearning.ala.org%2F&data=05%7C01%7Cmembielac%40michigan.gov%7C57bf9c8981ed40cb369608da4d81c347%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637907516977459062%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=E97SC79aYrVpHZVsD1GD4s31esGVBiYwGckK3DyVTbs%3D&reserved=0> * Complete the alternate registration form here<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fairtable.com%2FshrdKjAngx51wO3yW&data=05%7C01%7Cmembielac%40michigan.gov%7C57bf9c8981ed40cb369608da4d81c347%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637907516977459062%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=87ytUcQebbNLdP4wbPU2Gsqla%2BDa55DK5B%2BzT7pYsJk%3D&reserved=0>. Beth Nawalinski Executive Director, United for Libraries bnawalinski@ala.org<mailto:bnawalinski@ala.org> United for Libraries General Inquiries: 800-545-2433, ext 2161 To reach me directly, call 800-545-2433, ext. 5868 or call 312-280-5868 United for Libraries The Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations A division of the American Library Association www.ala.org/united<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.org%2Funited&data=05%7C01%7Cmembielac%40michigan.gov%7C57bf9c8981ed40cb369608da4d81c347%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637907516977459062%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pGEbRNKbhKB4BtjyBjSoa6tjCMoh%2Bj7NzEFMdPIfrwg%3D&reserved=0>