Library Programing for Neurodiverse Youth
In this online workshop, join us to learn about neurodiversity and how you can lower barriers to make your programs, services, and spaces more inclusive and welcoming. We'll spend time focusing on best practices for running an adaptive storytime program.
Presenter:
She/Her - Ashley (ah-shlee) Waring (wear-ing) Ashley is a Children's Librarian at the Reading Public Library in Reading, MA. She is also the Family Engagement Manager for Operation House Call, a health equity program at The Arc of Massachusetts. Ashley has been offering adaptive programs at Reading Public Library since 2011 and has presented workshops throughout New England about inclusive library services.
Recording & Slides:
This presentation and the slides will only be shared with program registrants.
Who should come?
Perfect for anyone interested in or working in youth services.
Accessibility:
If you require another access service to participate fully, please use the Accommodation Request Form at least 14 days prior to the event.
Related LibGuide: Children's and YA Services by Kymberlee Powe
- Date:
- Tuesday, March 12, 2024
- Time:
- 1:30pm - 3:00pm
- Presenter:
- Ashley Waring
- Categories:
- DLD Online Webinar
Event Accessibility for Guests with Disabilities
We want to provide what you need to participate!
If you require access services to participate fully, please use the Accommodation Request Form at least 7 days prior to the event.
If you have any questions about accessibility, please contact Gail Hurley at gail.hurley@ct.gov or (860) 704-2223.
You can also see our Library and Accessibility LibGuide for more information.
Registration Eligibility
To register for a DLD workshop or webinar, you must be one of the following:
- current library staff member
- undergraduate or graduate library student
- Friend or Board Member/Trustee*
- retired or unemployed library staff
Please contact Gail Hurley at gail.hurley@ct.gov or (860) 704-2223 with registration questions.
*Unless otherwise specified that a Friend or Board Member/Trustee is not eligible for a training or workshop.
Note: paid consultants are not eligible to attend DLD workshops or webinars.
Cancellation Policy
If you cannot attend a workshop you have registered for, please remember to cancel at least 3 days in advance so we can give your spot to someone else. You can cancel via the link in your confirmation email, or by contacting Gail Hurley gail.hurley@ct.gov | (860) 704-2222.
Those who miss (without cancelling) 3 events within a 6-month period will be placed on the waiting list when registering for future events. Be sure to sign in when you arrive for any workshop.
Inclement Weather Policy
For all in-person workshops offered by the CT State Library, Division of Library Development:
If the public schools in the town where the workshop is to be held close due to weather, the workshop will be canceled. If the schools have a delay, the workshop will go on as scheduled.
For the most up-to-date information, call us at 860-704-2200.
Continuing Education workshops and the professional development collection are funded in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the Connecticut State Library.