Diversity and Inclusion

The following document explains, in depth, the professional responsibility of each librarian that goes far beyond just helping patrons choose the right book.

Intellectual Freedom Brochure link: http://www.ala.org/aasl/sites/ala.org.aasl/files/content/aaslissues/intellectual_freedom_brochure0212.pdf

The document I have included below is an example of a Culturally Responsive Walk that I completed at a library in my community.

ALA/AASL elements demonstrated: 1.1 Knowledge of Learners and Learning, 2.1 Literature, 2.3 Respect for Diversity, 3.1 Efficient and Ethical Information Seeking Behavior, 3.2 Access to Information, 4.4 Advocacy, 5.2 Professional Ethics.

Reference: National Council of Teachers of English, Position Statements. (2018). Retrieved fromhttp://www2.ncte.org/statement/righttoreadguideline/