For those attending ALA Annual (apologies for any cross-posting)
Laurel Bliss
co-chair, Diversity Committee
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Contact: Tanga Morris
Diversity Fair800-545-2433 ext. 4294 t
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Adult and Family Literacy is Theme for 2006 Diversity Fair
The American Library Association invites its members from all types of
libraries to participate in the Ninth Annual Diversity Fair taking place
on Saturday, June 24, 2006, 3:00 to 5:00 pm during the ALA Annual
Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana. This year, the Diversity Fair will
initiate a pilot strategy in order to showcase a range of programs with
a common theme. The theme for 2006 is Adult and Family Literacy Services
in Libraries.
The concept of a theme-based fair encourages librarians to gain a
holistic view of how to address a specific concern. Adult and Family
Literacy was selected as the theme for 2006 to highlight the role of
libraries in facilitating learning for the broadest range of users,
including those with limited reading skills. Participants in the 2006
Diversity Fair should address at least one of the following topics
concerning :Adult and Family Literacy Services:
:Library Collections for Adult Basic Readers
:Access to Technology Collections and Services for English Language
Learners
:Adult and/or Family Literacy Services to Incarcerated People &
Ex-Offenders
:Family Literacy Programs and Services
:Other (e.g., professional development or community partnerships)
The Diversity Fair was introduced at the Annual Conference in 1997 by
the ALA's Office for Literacy and Outreach Services (OLOS), and is
sponsored by DEMCO. Over the years the fair has highlighted
diversity-in-action initiatives from library outreach programs across
the country. It encourages librarians addressing diversity programs,
activities and services in local libraries to share their resources with
others. Presenters share information in face-to-face presentations with
conferees, utilizing a poster session/table talk format.
Prizes will be awarded for best displays. The Best of Show recognition
for creativity, visual appeal and stated impact on local community
include:
1. First Place: $200 DEMCO gift certificate
2. Second Place: $100 DEMCO gift certificate
3. Third Place: $50 DEMCO gift certificate
If you are interested in participating in the 2006 Diversity Fair,
please complete the entry form available at
http://www.ala.org/ala/olos/olosprograms/diversityfair/06entryform.pdf
. DEADLINE for receipt of entry form is April 14, 2006. Fax to
312-280-3256, Attn: Tanga Morris.
An OLOS committee will review the entries and selected entries will be
invited to exhibit at the 2006 Diversity Fair. Those selected will be
notified by April 28, 2006 via e-mail or fax from OLOS. Questions may be
directed to Tanga Morris at 800-545-2433 #4294, ALA Office for Literacy
and Outreach Services, 50 East Huron Street, Chicago, IL 60611 or by
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