Michigan Library Association

Thursday, August 20, 2020 12:00 AM

MLA Connect Coffee Hour:
Library Culture: Building Awareness, Trust and Best Practices Around Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Thursday, August 20, 2020
10:00 - 11:00 am

Many libraries and organizations find it challenging when it comes to implementing a sustainable diversity and inclusion (D&I) strategy. Today’s workplace requires leaders with exceptional cross-cultural communication and intelligence skills that are flexible, engaging, and sensitive. Professionals equipped to communicate effectively among various perspectives and styles; drive engagement while increasing collaboration and teamwork.

Join Jocelyn Giangrande as she facilitates a conversation to help MLA members develop a systematic approach to diversity and inclusion that drives buy-in, sustainability and metrics for success.

Special Guest:

Jocelyn Giangrande

Jocelyn Giangrande, M.A., SPHR, CCDP, SHRM-SCP

Giangrande specializes in people and organizational dynamics and is an expert in adult learning and cultural transformations. She’s held executive positions at Henry Ford Health System as Vice President of Talent & Workforce Strategies, Corporate Director for Workforce Diversity & AA/EEO Compliance as well as the position of Executive Director of Human Resources and Regional Support for Hilton Hotel Corporation.

Having taught courses at the School of Business Administration at Oakland University, Marygrove College in Detroit, Inforum’s Executive Leadership Program as well as the Henry Ford Health System’s Leadership Academies, Giangrande has a unique combination of expertise that provides a well-rounded experience.

A certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and a graduate of Cornell University Diversity Leadership Program, Giangrande earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Colby College, a Masters of Arts degree in Human Resources Management, from Marygrove College and is a graduate and facilitator of Inforum’s Center for Women’s Executive Leadership program.

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Freedom to Read Legislation Coming in January

With the help of many members, leaders and legislators, MLA helped draft a simple, direct piece of legislation on the Freedom to Read. We know it may not stop every challenge, but we hope it will stop the majority of those who target the books and materials so often at the top of the “most banned books” list.

MLA Connect Coffee Hour With U.S. Representative Elissa Slotkin (MI-8)

Thursday, July 16, 2020
9:00 am

Grab a mug of your favorite beverage and join MLA as we welcome Rep. Elissa Slotkin, member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Michigan’s 8th District, to this edition of MLA Connect Coffee Hour. Rep. Slotkin will discuss how libraries are critical community resources throughout Michigan as well as tell us about any new federal developments that may affect libraries in the near future. There will also be time for audience Q & A.

Special Guest:

U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin (MI-8) headshot

Rep. Elissa Slotkin (MI-8)
United States House of Representatives
https://slotkin.house.gov/

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Equity, Diversity, Accessibility And Belonging Statement 2023

The Michigan Library Association Board of Directors, staff, and ambassadors pledge to engage in a sustained effort to create a culture that recognizes, enhances and promotes equity, diversity and accessibility for Michigan’s library community.

November 7 Election Millage Results

Check out our roundup of the November 7, 2023 election results for millage issues on ballots around the state. We are proud of the library boards, staff, and supporters for their work on these campaigns and their dedication to supporting their libraries. The Library of Michigan provides a listing of Public Library Millage Election Results from 2010 to the present. View the results (pdf)