Community Collaborations: Homelessness in Libraries Workshop
Mott Library at Mott Community College 1401 E Court St Flint, MI 48503 (810) 762-0403 View additional information
Tuesday, May 08, 2018, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM EDT
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What is the library’s role in serving the homeless population? Libraries are designed to be welcoming spaces for all. As a result, they are often coping with large number of patrons who are homeless or have mental illnesses. How can your library best serve this increasing segment of your community? Schedule8:30 - 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Based on qualitative research the presenter has conducted on this topic, this interactive presentation will (1) dispel myths and stereotypes about the “homeless,” (2) consider strategies that library administration and staff can put in place to come closer to meeting Policy 61’s recommendations; and (3) engage in meaningful conversation about how to empathically and effectively interact with what some have labeled “difficult patrons.” Mark A. Giesler, PhD, LMSW, is a Professor of Social Work at Saginaw Valley State University. His research agenda includes qualitative studies of marginalized groups, including LGBT individuals and homeless populations. He recently published an article in the Journal of Access Services regarding public librarians’ perceptions of the homeless. He has served as Vice-President of Standards and Services for the National Association of Social Workers-MI Chapter, and has been on two national boards—Council on Social Work Education’s Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Committee and the American Men’s Studies Association. He currently is an Assistant Editor for the Journal of Ethnographic and Qualitative Research. 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. 2:45 - 4:00 p.m. Registration Rates
*subject to space limitations Continental breakfast and lunch included with registration. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received in writing by email no later than five (5) business days prior to the program in order to qualify for a refund. A $25.00 processing fee will be applied to refunds for workshops. Within five (5) business days of the event, no refund will be issued. No-shows will be invoiced. Contact: Leanne Sandoval at [email protected] or (517) 394-2774 ext. 223 |