Community Engagement Series Session 1: Fundamentals (4/9/25)

This is Part 1 of a 5-part series. Attend one or all for a deeper dive.

Session 1: Fundamentals of Community Engagement in Libraries
New to community engagement or looking to build stronger, sustainable partnerships? This session will help you establish a strong foundation for community outreach at your library. You’ll learn key concepts to create relevant, responsive services.

By the end of the session, you will:
Understand the value of community engagement
Collaborate across differences
Make decisions that support effective power sharing

Free

Virtual Trainer: Audrey Barbakoff

Dr. Audrey Barbakoff is a librarian, educator, and entrepreneur. She is the author of two picture books, The Schlemiel Kids Save the Moon and Mazel Toes!, as well as several professional development books for librarians. She holds a doctorate in education and a master’s degree in library and information science. As a Jewish mother, she is passionate about passing down the vibrancy of Jewish humor, language, and stories to the next generation. Audrey lives with her husband, children, and chickens on an island in Washington.