MLA Connect Advocacy Hour: Leading Through Uncertain Times

Thursday, March 26, 2026
10:00 - 11:00 AM

MLA welcomes Scott Duimstra, Director of Hennepin County (MN) Library, former Director of Capital Area District Libraries in Lansing, Michigan, as well as a past MLA President. Scott will share his experience in Minnesota, including how his system is responding to immigration and DHS enforcement activity, how they are supporting staff and patrons, and lessons learned that may help guide Michigan libraries.

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Advocacy Hour conversations are always free to attend but registration is required. 

MLA Connect Advocacy Hours are an opportunity for the library community to learn more about MLA's advocacy and legislative priorities including funding, elections, property taxes, literacy, internet access, privacy, intellectual freedom, and more. Each month, we will address a new topic and share any pending legislation introduced in the House or Senate that could impact the Michigan library community. Open discussion and Q & A will follow the interview-style agenda.

Monthly sessions will take place generally on the third Thursday of the month at 10:00 AM. Advocacy Hours are free to attend to anyone interested in joining the conversation! A maximum of 500 attendees can join each live event. Registered attendees will receive information and a link to access the meetings on the Zoom platform.