May 14, 1 p.m., presented by Renee Grassi
Public libraries have a mission to serve and include all members of the community, including teens with disabilities. In this webinar, participants will develop a comprehensive plan to welcome teens with disabilities at your library, while learning about collections and technologies for teens with disabilities, innovative programs ideas, and outreach and partnerships in the community.
Participants will also learn how to develop best practices for building relationships with teens, working with caregivers, and inclusive customer service.
As a result of this program, attendees will:
- Learn about issues facing teens with disabilities and possible barriers to library access
- Gather at least five tips for building positive and trusting relationships with teens with disabilities
- Learn about at least five ideas for library programs for teens with disabilities
- Learn about at least three ideas for library and community partnerships to support teens with disabilities
Renee Grassi – Biography
Author, trainer, librarian, administrator, teacher, and accessibility consultant Renee Grassi is an advocate for equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in libraries, schools, and communities. As a neurodivergent librarian herself, Renee has worked in public libraries for over 17 years, developing award-winning library initiatives that welcome, support, and welcome disabled residents and their families and caregivers.
The views expressed in webinars provided by PCI do not necessarily reflect the views or official policies of the State of Arkansas, the Arkansas Department of Education, or the Arkansas State Library.
