Advocating in a Tough Economy Toolkit
“During tough economic times, people turn to libraries for their incredible array of free resources, from computers to books, DVDs and CDs, for help with a job hunt or health information. The average annual cost to the taxpayer for access to this wide range of resources is about $31, the cost of one hardcover book. In good times or bad, libraries are a great value!”
2008-2009 ALA President Jim Rettig
Contents:
Introduction
I. Talking Points
II. Making the Case
III. Outreach to Patrons and the Public
IV. Talking to the Media
V. Working with Government Officials and Legislators
VI. Staging a Rally
VII. Library Checklist
Contacts
Resources
Know Your Stimulus
Get applications, guidelines, webinars and more.
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Slow Economy Fuels Surge in Library Use
Media coverage of libraries' role during the current economic crisis.
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ACRL Advocacy Resources
Tools to help you articulate the value of academic and research libraries.
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Press Center
Information for the media on the role of libraries in tough economic times
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Share Your Advocacy Tips
How is your library advocating in these tough economic times?
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AASL Toolkits for Tough Times
Learn how to build stakeholder support for school library media programs with two new AASL Toolkits.
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