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 Facets of Diversity: Inclusion as an Asset
By Library Strategies
In Boards, Foundations, Friends
Posted February 21, 2018

Facets of Diversity: Inclusion as an Asset

Diversity is a major issue today for our country, communities and, of course our libraries.  As our service areas are changing and growing, inclusion of individuals from our various communities [...]

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 5 Simple Ways to Connect Your Boards
By Library Strategies
In Boards, Foundations, Friends
Posted February 13, 2018

5 Simple Ways to Connect Your Boards

Most libraries have multiple boards. To be sure, the governing or funding boards are the most important as they determine the operations and future of the library, but support boards, such as the [...]

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 An IDEA for Building Board Diversity
By Library Strategies
In Boards, Foundations, Friends
Posted February 8, 2018

An IDEA for Building Board Diversity

For today’s libraries, addressing diversity and inclusion is more important than ever.  Representation of the cross-section of our communities is important throughout our organizations, including [...]

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 3 Keys to a Developed Board
By Library Strategies
In Boards, Foundations, Friends
Posted January 18, 2018

3 Keys to a Developed Board

All library affiliated boards need to grow and develop on an annual basis. As individual members and as a group, they need regular training, review of policies and responsibilities, and [...]

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 Boards are People, Too
By Library Strategies
In Boards, Foundations, Friends
Posted January 18, 2018

Boards are People, Too

Too often we think of our boards – Library, Friends, Foundation, and others – as units that operate as a whole. Yet we all know that boards are made up of diverse individuals with unique [...]

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 Four Types of Board Members – And Why You Should Recruit Each
By Library Strategies
In Boards, Foundations, Friends, Fundraising
Posted November 16, 2017

Four Types of Board Members – And Why You Should Recruit Each

When a Friends or Foundation board looks for new directors, it can be tempting to prioritize deep pockets over all else. It’s an understandable impulse. After all, fundraising is a major part of [...]

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 Does Board Size Matter?
By Library Strategies
In Boards, Foundations, Friends
Posted September 26, 2017

Does Board Size Matter?

Through our work, we see many different sizes of Boards of Directors for Library Friends and Foundations. Many people ask us if it really matters how big a Board is. We also frequently hear that [...]

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 Professional Development for Your Board(s)
By Library Strategies
In Boards, Foundations, Friends
Posted June 1, 2017

Professional Development for Your Board(s)

Public libraries often have a number of boards, including a Library Board, as well as a Foundation or Friends Board.  As professional bodies that can affect the performance of your library, it is [...]

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 Building a Better Board Through Professional Development
By Library Strategies
In Boards, Foundations, Friends
Posted September 12, 2016

Building a Better Board Through Professional Development

Professional development is not just for library staff. Library, foundation, and Friends boards also should engage in regular, annual professional development activities. Some key professional [...]

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 8 Fundamental Principles for Your Board
By Library Strategies
In Boards, Foundations, Friends
Posted July 1, 2016

8 Fundamental Principles for Your Board

Most public libraries today are connected to multiple boards, including library, foundation, and Friends boards, as well as city councils, county commissions or something comparable. In general, [...]

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