Description

Discover how to map your community's strengths and resources to discover people’s talents, build relationships, and guide conversations that shape a community-led library. We'll explore Asset Based Community Development (ABCD) tools that your library can use for community engagement and strategic planning. 

Learning Outcomes

As a result of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Identify the gifts and skills of individuals in their community.
• Create an asset map.
• Prepare to host a learning conversation to discover motivation and invite participation.

How will I be participating?

During this live virtual workshop, expect frequent, active participation for maximum impact!

Collaborate with peers through the use of breakout rooms and other digital tools. Microphones and cameras are essential for full participation. Please note, sessions will not be recorded.

Location

This workshop will be held virtually via Zoom. 

A reminder email with the login link will be sent to all registrants 24 hours before the start of the program.

• If you did not receive the reminder email, please check your spam folder as it may be filtered there.
• If you do not find the email, please contact info@masslibsystem.org.

Accessibility

The Massachusetts Library System (MLS) strives to create inclusive and accessible events. To request a reasonable accommodation to attend this event, please contact Sarah Donnelly (Event & Project Manager) at sdonnelly@masslibsystem.org or 508-357-2121 ext. 301. All reasonable accommodation requests should be made no fewer than two (2) weeks before the event, although we will attempt to fulfill reasonable requests made after that time.