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Towards Inclusive Accessibility in Libraries (TIAL)
Towards Inclusive Accessibility in Libraries (TIAL) continues with more in December and beyond! Survey Results! Aging & Inclusion Training Needs with the CT Age Well Collaborative
Thursday, December 12 | 11 am-12 pm 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 & 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. Upcoming:
Developing an Accessibility Lens with Dr. Clayton Copeland
Wednesday, January 8 | 10-11:30 am Register for Developing an Accessibility Lens Taking Action with Accessibility with Dr. Clayton Copeland
Wednesday, February 5 | 10-11:30 am Register for Taking Action with Accessibility About TIAL
We recognize that providing greater accessibility expands inclusion.
Towards Inclusive Accessibility in Libraries (TIAL) seeks to address the knowledge gaps and biases that exist about people with disabilities and people who are aging, and to aid libraries in extending access to library resources and services, enriching
the lives of all community members. To learn more, visit the
Towards Inclusive Accessibility in Libraries (TIAL) LibGuide.
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Kym (she/her)
Kymberlee Powe | Children and YA Consultant |
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