This program will focus on factors that inadvertently hinder access to library resources and services. Topics include physical and digital accessibility, cultural, economic, geographical, and language barriers and social stigma. We will also look at the technical and educational barriers as well. We will discuss strategies for raising awareness through targeted outreach efforts, community partnerships and culturally responsive programming. By addressing these unintentional barriers, libraries can identify areas for improvement and implement more inclusive practices to better serve their communities.

Kelly A. Harris holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from SUNY Geneseo, received her Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from Long Islan d University as well as her Advanced Certificate in Public Library Administration in 2012. Harris has worked as the Head of Youth Services and Assistant Director of the Amagansett Free Library and spent almost eleven years as the Executive Director of the Hampton Library in Bridgehampton and is currently the Director of the John Jermain Memorial Library. She is the current Treasurer of the New York Library Association (NYLA) and an active member of the Public Library Director's Association of Suffolk County.

Victor Caputo is a former Library Director, and a Director of public relations/adult programs with over 30 years' experience in libraries. He is the CEO of Supernova Consultants and the 2022 recipient of the LDA Award.

Code of Conduct

For questions, please email Eliscia Cirrone, ecirrone@lilrc.org.

Contact Hours: 1.5

Program Recording: Yes

Non-member Ticket Price (login to your account for Member pricing): $10.00

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