The Connecticut Age Well Collaborative presents a summary report of key themes gathered through the survey of library employees and other stakeholders and propose training content and schedule recommendations in this one-hour virtual kick-off event for Connecticut library staff.

Presenter: 

The Connecticut Age Well Collaborative

The Connecticut Age Well Collaborative is a statewide, cross-sector initiative that fosters aging, dementia and disability-inclusive communities. The Collaborative is an initiative of Connecticut Community Care. Delegated by the Commission on Women, Children, Seniors, Equity & Opportunity, we’re leading the state’s livable communities initiative (Section 17b-420a of the Connecticut General Statutes) Livable communities are inclusive, vibrant places where we can all thrive across the lifespan.

Christina Gray

Christina Gray is Community Partnerships Manager for the Connecticut Age Well Collaborative. Christina is a program manager and DEI expert with 15 years of experience building more diverse and equitable workplaces. Most recently, she worked with the National Conference for Community and Justice, raising awareness and cultivating inclusive environments by facilitating over 150 training sessions and collaborating with community and institutional leaders to launch over 60 equity intervention initiatives. She has also trained over 100 clients and emerging leaders to design and facilitate DEI programs. Christina earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a Concentration in Diversity and Social Inequality from University of Massachusetts and is a candidate for a Master’s in Education in Social Justice Education, also from UMASS.

Recording and Slides:

This program is being recorded and the recording and slides will be made available to the CT library community through the TIAL LibGuide.

Who Should Come?

Perfect for anyone focused on accessibility and inclusion in the library, including Library Directors/Administrators, Children’s and YA Staff, department head, librarians, and library staff.

Accessibility 

This webinar will be captioned. If you require another access service to participate fully, please use the Accommodation Request Form at least 7 days prior to the event.