ALA Essentials for Library Workers: Intellectual Freedom

We live in an age when the freedom to read is under assault. Supporting free, equitable, and fair access to information is a core value of library services and a crucial concept that everyone in the library must understand. In this session, Deborah Caldwell-Stone of ALA’s Office for Intellectual Freedom will provide an overview of the principles of intellectual freedom and the library’s role in upholding this fundamental value for all.

This training is included in the ALA Essentials for Library Workers: Full Training Suite.

About the ALA Essentials for Library Workers

If you work in a library—whether you’re a library director, a volunteer, a facilities manager, or a reference desk staffer—having a solid grasp of the fundamental concepts, principles, and ethics of library services is essential. All library staff must understand what it means to work for a library.

ALA Essentials for Library Workers is a new type of training for libraries—an orientation for all library employees that offers the ability to ensure consistent training in the principles of library services. This series features instructional sessions from ALA staff and library experts that are clear, concise, and applicable to any staff in any position.

The series consists of eight sessions which can be purchased as a bundle or bought separately in any combination. The materials can be accessed on ALA eLearning or exported for use on your library’s learning management system.

This series will offer an onboarding resource for those hiring new staff and a crucial refresher for long-term staff.

Group pricing available: