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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Being the director or dean of a library, regardless of size or type, is a unique job with unique needs that often only another person in that position can fully comprehend or appreciate. MLA is pleased to announce
the launch of <b>Think Space</b>, an all-inclusive educational and networking experience designed by library directors for library directors. Think Space will showcase innovations in key areas of library management, leadership, and technology via compelling
and cutting-edge sessions presented by well-respected experts, all while giving attendees the opportunity to build deep, lasting relationships with a cohort of colleagues from across the state.
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Each year the Think Space cohort will focus on one specific topic of importance to Michigan library directors and explore that subject in-depth. Our inaugural Think Space will focus on equity, diversity, accessibility,
and belonging, including:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Understanding your starting point in the journey towards equity<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Hiring practices through the lens of EDI<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Racial equity-based approaches to workforce development & training<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Legal aspects that are important to consider when drafting EDI policies<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Social Justice in America today<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Registration is open now and includes 4 full days of learning and interaction, 2 overnight hotel stays, meals, special events and receptions. Join your colleagues for time to THINK deeply in a safe SPACE. Attendance
is limited so reserve your seat today!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Visit <a href="https://www.milibraries.org/think-space">
https://www.milibraries.org/think-space</a> for complete details. Scholarships are available!
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