June 18, 1 p.m., presented by Renee Grassi
Whether large or small, rural or urban, all library communities serve children with disabilities. Developing an awareness and understanding of the needs of kids with disabilities and their families is vital for providing relevant and impactful library services to all. This webinar shares ideas for programs, collections, and services that welcome and support kids with disabilities and their families. Attendees will also learn about ways to make existing library programs more inclusive for all.
As a result of this program, attendees will:
- Learn national statistics of disability prevalence in their communities
- Learn about the concepts of library accessibility, inclusion, and equity as it relates to children with disabilities
- Gather at least five library service ideas to support kids with disabilities and their families
- Learn at least three strategies to make their existing library programs more inclusive for kids with disabilities and their families
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.
