In a political climate where terms like diversity, equity, and inclusion face increasing challenges, many institutions have pivoted to new terms like belonging, community engagement, or student development. Join library leaders for a discussion about their approaches to this politicized space and how they are finding paths to fulfilling their organization’s commitments to reflecting and welcoming the communities they serve.

Writing effective alternative (alt) text is a key component of creating accessible documents and websites. For beginners or those with limited experience, knowing exactly what to write can be difficult. Explore best practices for writing alt text for different types of images, both information and decorative, and learn some common mistakes to avoid. Active participation in hands-on practice examples will be strongly encouraged.

Wondering how to offer bilingual programs for adult learners at your public or academic library? In this session, we will discuss how to create programs that are welcoming, enjoyable, and bring adult learners together. We will focus on programs that serve adults interested in learning a new language, healthy aging, citizenship classes, and earning a high school equivalency certificate.