Articles

Take action at ILoveLibraries.org and read through the following articles to inspire advocacy for our communities and libraries.

A school librarian engaged students with a “Masked Reader” event, during which students guessed the identities of masked teachers, fostering an excitement for reading.

Join public library workers from around the country to explore how Yiddish literature can provide a springboard for powerful cultural conversations.

Examples of how libraries are incorporating accessibility into their strategic plans.

Insights on how to make aging library buildings more accessible to all patrons, including those with disabilities.

Lessons on how to create effective sensory-friendly programs, courtesy of small and rural libraries.

Best practices for talking about disabilities in libraries and other public settings.

Whatever draws you in, the library has something for everyone. Celebrate National Library Week (April 6 - 12, 2025) with these comic-related program ideas.

ALA seeks four librarian advisors to help shape a new digital health literacy project. Apply by April 30, 2025.

How small and rural libraries are creating programs, spaces and collections that address the needs of patrons with sensory sensitivities.

Do library workers’ marketing tasks vary by levels of experience, education and the existence of marketing support staff? A survey shows that library workers with more years on the job are actually less confident about marketing tasks, with one exception.

A fieldwide survey highlights areas where library workers would benefit from greater support in marketing their public programs.