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A Universal Design Approach to Creating Inclusive Library Services (part 2)

December 16, 2021, 1pm - 2:30pm
Library Inclusivity & Accessibility Webinar Series:
A Universal Design Approach to Creating Inclusive Library Services (part 2) presented by Renee Grassi

A Universal Design Approach to Creating Inclusive Library Services (part 1)

December 2, 2021, 1pm - 2:30pm
Library Inclusivity & Accessibility Webinar Series:
A Universal Design Approach to Creating Inclusive Library Services (part 1) presented by Renee Grassi

Windows and Mirrors: Prepping for a Collections Audit with Dr. Tanisha Felder

November 17, 2021, 12:30pm - 2pm
North Carolina library staff are invited to register for Windows and Mirrors: Prepping for a Collections Audit, https://slnc.info/TF2

Communication Under Fire – How To Sharpen Your Skills & Influence Others

November 16, 2021, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Have you ever had a conversation in which no meaningful communication was happening? Did frustration mount? Was the relationship damaged?
We’ve all been there. You can handle tough conversations while strengthening relationships, no matter the stakes or how high the pressure. As a result of this half-day, virtual workshop you will:
Recognize the factors that derail conversations • Better manage yourself when your hot buttons have been pushed • Understand the most effective communication style to use in challenging situations • Anticipate the communication styles that disrupt discussion • Have

Peace, Valor, and Victory: Finding and Remembering North Carolina Veterans with Fold3

November 10, 2021, 10am - 11am
Finding and Remembering North Carolina Veterans with Fold3
Just in time for Veteran’s Day, join SLNC Government & Heritage Library staff for a virtual presentation on Fold3.

Equity vs. Equality: Creating Equitable Goals for my Work

November 3, 2021, 12:30pm - 2pm
Equity vs. Equality: Creating Equitable Goals for my Work with Dr. Tanisha Felder

In this 90-minute webinar, we will discuss how to look at our work through an equitable and equal lens.  At the conclusion of the webinar, you will have created equity goals for yourself and your work.

What you will learn in this training:

Cultural Sensitivity: Inclusive Communication

October 28, 2021, 11am - 12pm
Cultural Sensitivity: Inclusive Communication 
In this session, attendees will learn how to overcome the barriers and challenges to effective communication across cultures, genders, and styles. The session will provide tools to foster more effective communication across a diverse workforce and community. This training series will allow library staff to improve their cultural competency and communication skills when interacting with colleagues, library patrons, and the community at large.

Family History Starts Here: Using the State Library and State Archives in Your Research

October 28, 2021, 1pm - 2pm
Family History Starts Here: Using the State Library and State Archives in Your Research
Join representatives from the State Library and State Archives as they provide an overview of their collections, resources, and research services, and guide you on maximizing your research time onsite or online. Your family history research journey starts here!

Cultural Sensitivity: Avoiding Unconscious Bias

October 14, 2021, 11am - 12pm
Cultural Sensitivity Webinars with Dr. Denise Dennis

Cultural Sensitivity: Avoiding Unconscious Bias

In this session, we examine how implicit attitudes and perceptions result in subtle forms of bias. Attendees will develop an understanding of the impact of unconscious bias in the workplace. The session will include practical tools, strategies and frameworks they can apply to combat bias in the workplace.

This session will be recorded and available to view on SLNC Academy. 

Cultural Sensitivity: Fostering Respect in the Workplace

October 7, 2021, 11am - 12pm
Cultural Sensitivity: Fostering Respect in the Workplace
North Carolina library staff are invited to register for Cultural Sensitivity: Fostering Respect in the Workplace, https://slnc.info/CS1