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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">WebJunction content and upcoming webinars – October 9, 2024<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><a href="https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/data-for-good.html"><b>Data for Good: Libraries harnessing the power of data</b></a><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Businesses make use of data analytics to gain valuable insights about their services, customers, and growth opportunities. Similarly, libraries are well positioned to play a pivotal role in analyzing raw data
to assist community partners in identifying trends and patterns, thereby enabling them to address issues and make informed decisions for the greater good. Recognizing the immense potential of data analytics, the Providence Public Library in Rhode Island (PPL)
secured funding through a grant from IMLS to turn $B!H(BData for Good$B!I(B into a training program to assist libraries in providing data analytics support to local nonprofits, as well as the library. This collection of resources and information about the project offers
guidance and adaptable tools to aid any library in launching its own Data for Good initiative. With data analytics as a powerful tool, libraries can empower patrons, strengthen community organizations, and catalyze positive change.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><a href="https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/5-things-about-civil-legal-issues-natural-disasters.html"><b>Five things you didn$B!G(Bt know about the civil legal issues of natural disasters</b></a><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">We know most libraries are closing in evacuation zones, but many libraries nearby, or around the country, will be supporting evacuees coming to their communities. This article can help you in your work supporting
the civil legal issues of people impacted by the storms. Read the article for important information to help impacted people access emergency food and other immediate survival needs following a disaster. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><a href="https://hangingtogether.org/advancing-ideas-inclusion-diversity-equity-accessibility-1-october-2024/"><b>Advancing IDEAs: Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, 1 October 2024</b></a><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">This is the latest <i>Hanging Together</i> blog post, part of
<i>a regular </i><a href="https://hangingtogether.org/tag/IDEA/">series</a><i> on issues of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility, compiled by a team of OCLC contributors.</i><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">WebJunction Webinars</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">These upcoming webinars are open for registration. If you can$B!G(Bt attend a live session, all WebJunction webinars are recorded and available for free in the <a href="https://learn.webjunction.org/">Course Catalog</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Sustaining ecosystems for climate learning and action<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Thursday, October 24, 2024 </span>
<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Cambria Math",serif">$B"!(B</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific
</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Cambria Math",serif">$B"!(B</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> 60 minutes<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Registration: <a href="https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/sustaining-ecosystems-for-climate-learning.html">
https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/sustaining-ecosystems-for-climate-learning.html</a>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Join this webinar to learn how public libraries can develop or expand their role in learning and teaching about climate change, climate science, and climate action. We$B!G(Bll introduce the STEM Learning Ecosystem
Model, which can clarify the need for collaboration across various sectors and organizations to drive meaningful action. You$B!G(Bll then hear from libraries about their experiences, successes, and challenges working in partnership with other sectors to support
climate learning and action. Plus, strategies to enrich existing partnerships and pave the way for future collaboration. Don't miss this opportunity to become a stronger partner in climate education and action. This work is supported by the National Science
Foundation under Grant Number 2314180 to the Space Science Institute.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Building community in a changing climate<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Thursday, November 21, 2024 </span>
<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Cambria Math",serif">$B"!(B</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific
</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Cambria Math",serif">$B"!(B</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> 60 minutes<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Registration: <a href="https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/building-community-in-a-changing-climate.html">
https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/building-community-in-a-changing-climate.html</a>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Climate change and its impacts on the health of our environment and communities are pressing concerns that can feel daunting. Where can you find the resources and partnerships to tackle these unique challenges?
Join us to hear from public libraries and their partners who are championing community resilience in the face of climate change. You'll gain valuable insights, resources, and inspiration to empower your community and drive meaningful change. Together, we can
build a more sustainable future.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="mso-ligatures:none">This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
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