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May
12
May is Older Americans Month, a time to recognize the contributions of older adults and ensure they have access to the resources they need to thrive. Public libraries and other community organizations are stepping up to meet this need, especially when it comes to health information. A recent article from Public Libraries Online by NNLM… Read More »
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May
07
Join NNLM on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at noon for ideas on how to create health programs for libraries and community/faith-based organizations in this 90-minute webinar. First, we’ll discuss the purpose of conducting health outreach programs for libraries and how to plan a program using a logic model. Then, we’ll brainstorm potential partnerships for health… Read More »
Posted in: #CC/Academic List, Public Libraries, Webinars and Courses
Mar
05
As a library professional, you are often the first point of contact for patrons seeking information on a wide range of topics, including health-related inquiries. Handling these questions effectively requires a unique set of skills that combines communication, confidentiality, and an understanding of the resources available. If you’re working in a public or academic library,… Read More »
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Feb
27
Please join us for our next R4 Connections webinar in March. In this session, our guest speaker will be providing an overview of the Mental Health First Aid training, including applications and benefits. Registration is required to attend. Please note: You must be a NNLM member to register (it’s free!). Can’t join us live? Register anyway to receive the… Read More »
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Nov
19
We are excited to offer another round of our Building Successful Collaborations with Communities (BSCC) course led by the Director of the Texas Woman’s University School of Library and Information Studies, Dr. Ling Hwey Jeng. This course integrates the theory of community engagement with its application to libraries using the Preparation, Action, Reflection model. We will… Read More »
Posted in: #CC/Academic List, Public Libraries, Webinars and Courses