In, Out, and In-Between: Supporting & Representing LGBTQ+ Teens in Libraries

In, Out, & In Between: Supporting & Representing LGBTQ+ Teens in Libraries
While there has been growing awareness of the LGBTQIA+ community and their needs, queer youth are still largely underserved. ALA encourages awareness and recognition through equitable policies and many libraries are working hard to put policy into practice. This work has proven especially difficult this year due to library closures and remote access. This session aims to share strategies to support LGBTQIA+ inclusion and representation through young adult collections, virtual teen resources, virtual programming, and staff professional development.

Tuesday, October 12, 10am-11am

Speakers: 

Jenna Ingham, Senior Librarian, Head of Youth Services at Verona Public Library, She/Her
Kaley Iacovetta, Youth Services Para-Librarian, Collingswood Public Library, They/She
Kel Rowan, Teen Services Librarian, Ocean County Library

Event Cosponsor: NJLA Young Adult Services Section

Note: This is a reprisal of a program from the 2021 NJLA Conference.