[OPLINLIST] 2025 OELMA conference call for proposals

[jdwyer at library.ohio.gov]

Cross-posted. Please excuse duplication.

The Ohio Educational Library Media Association (OELMA)<https://www.oelma.org/> call for conference session proposals<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPg7QdnPMLdQ5RtwHMn3gx5TrBSjUfoPY-p5dxdDl_-y96IQ/viewform> is open until April 15. This year's conference theme is " Read. Learn. Evolve." The OELMA conference, taking place in central Ohio on November 14-15, centers the essential role that school libraries play in amplifying diverse voices, promoting inclusivity, and cultivating a culture of empathy and understanding.

OELMA seeks conference presentation proposals from public librarians and public library workers, recognizing the power of collaboration and of sharing knowledge and support across library types. OELMA welcomes presentation proposals on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to:

  *   Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion
  *   Cultivating digital literacy and information literacy skills
  *   Incorporating social justice and anti-racism initiatives into library programming
  *   Fostering a love for reading and literacy engagement
  *   Utilizing technology to enhance library services and resources
  *   Collaboration (such as between public and school libraries!)
  *   Creating inclusive and welcoming library spaces for all students
  *   Implementing innovative programs to engage and inspire students

Interested in sharing a presentation with Ohio's school library community? Submit your proposal here by April 15<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPg7QdnPMLdQ5RtwHMn3gx5TrBSjUfoPY-p5dxdDl_-y96IQ/viewform>.


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Janet Ingraham Dwyer
Youth Services Library Consultant
Library Programs & Development
State Library of Ohio
274 E. 1st Avenue
Columbus, OH 43201
614.644.6910
jdwyer at library.ohio.gov<mailto:jdwyer at library.ohio.gov>
library.ohio.gov<https://library.ohio.gov/>

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