Overview
ULC's Action Teams establish new models, techniques and approaches that can help all libraries lead their communities into a stronger post-pandemic future.
Action Teams
This initiative's work is being led by action teams comprised of over 60 total leaders from ULC libraries, who are focused on identifying immediate ways that all libraries can overcome key challenges in the COVID-19 era. Use the links below to learn more about the work of these teams and find out how to join.
Anti-Racism Action Team
ULC's Anti-Racism action team works together to help library leaders understand institutional racism in libraries and provide resources to help develop anti-racist policies If you are interested in joining this action team, please contact Michelle Hamiel, Director of Racial Equity and Community Impact, mhamiel@urbanlibraries.org.
Digital Equity Action Team
ULC's Digital Equity action team works to provide tools and resources that will help libraries enlarge their footprint in their digital ecosystems and bridge the digital divide. If you are interested in joining this action team, please contact Michelle Hamiel, Director of Racial Equity and Community Impact, mhamiel@urbanlibraries.org.
Partnering with Schools Action Team
The Partnering with Schools action team focuses on the critical nature of partnering with schools to support the holistic education of children and youth in our communities. If you are interested in joining this action team, please contact Shari Henry, Director of Democracy and Community Impact, shenry@urbanlibraries.org.
Economic Opportunity Action Team
The Economic Opportunity action team evaluates trends and topics in the world of entrepreneurship, and economic and workforce development, looking for best practices among libraries and how to apply them. If you are interested in joining this action team, please contact Shari Henry, Director of Democracy and Community Impact, shenry@urbanlibraries.org.