Grassroots activism has proven to be effective at fighting book bans and supporting libraries and librarians at local, regional and statewide levels. While most American strongly oppose book banning, many don't know how to effectively organize and get into action. In this presentation, you will learn grassroots groups around the country are coming together and quickly building effective teams, supported by free platforms, tools, consulting, and digital marketing support from EveryLibrary.
About Peter Bromberg
Peter has over 30 years of experience applying a human-centered approach to the transformation of library services, creating value and positive experiences for people and communities while fostering healthy, equitable, and effective organizational climates. As a library advocate on local, state, and national levels, he coaches and consults with library leaders, boards, grassroots groups, and associations to develop effective messaging and build strong community and political support for library funding. As a library director in Salt Lake City, Peter applied an equity lens to board development, operations, and policy development, garnering a Distinguished Service Award from the American Society for Public Administrators (ASPA) for his work in eliminating inequitable barriers to service.