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Creating a Healthy Work Environment in Libraries </span></b></p>

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2024</span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:137%;border:none;margin:0in;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:137%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Moderated by Bobbi Newman, Margie Sheppard,
and Debra Trogdon-Livingston</span></b></p>

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us for an e-forum discussion. It’s free and open to everyone!</span></p>

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information is at the end of the message.</span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="border:none;margin:0in;line-height:115%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Session
Time:</span></b></p>

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Central</span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:137%;border:none;margin:0in;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:137%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Description</span></b></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="border:none;margin:0in;line-height:115%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Join us to
explore ways libraries are fostering a culture of well-being at work by
creating policies and practices that empower staff to make choices that improve
their health. We will explore the following eight aspects of workplace
well-being in this CORE eforum. </span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="border:none;margin:0in;line-height:115%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Physical
Environment: A clean, safe, and comfortable physical workspace is crucial for
employee health and well-being. This includes proper lighting, ergonomic
furniture, adequate ventilation, and access to amenities like break areas,
nature, and natural light. </span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="border:none;margin:0in;line-height:115%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="border:none;margin:0in;line-height:115%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Mental and
Emotional Well-being: Supporting employees' mental and emotional health is
essential for creating a healthy workplace. This can involve promoting
work-life balance, offering mental health resources and support services, and
fostering a culture of open communication and psychological safety. </span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="border:none;margin:0in;line-height:115%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="border:none;margin:0in;line-height:115%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Workload and
Job Design: Ensuring workloads are manageable and well-defined tasks can help
prevent burnout and stress. Additionally, offering opportunities for skill
development, autonomy, and meaningful work can contribute to job satisfaction
and overall well-being. </span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="border:none;margin:0in;line-height:115%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Recognition
and Appreciation: Recognizing and appreciating employees' contributions and
achievements is essential for morale and motivation. This can take various
forms, including verbal praise, rewards and incentives, and opportunities for
advancement and career growth. </span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="border:none;margin:0in;line-height:115%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Flexibility
and Work-Life Balance: Providing flexibility in work schedules and
arrangements, such as remote work options and flexible hours, allows employees
to balance their work and personal responsibilities better. This can lead to
higher job satisfaction and reduced stress levels. </span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="border:none;margin:0in;line-height:115%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Clear
Communication and Transparency: Clear communication channels and transparent
decision-making processes are essential for fostering employee trust and
confidence. Clear communication creates a psychologically safe workplace.
Keeping employees informed about company goals, policies, and changes can help
reduce uncertainty and anxiety. </span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="border:none;margin:0in;line-height:115%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Supportive
Leadership: Strong leadership that values and prioritizes employee well-being
sets the tone for a healthy workplace culture. Leaders who lead by example,
listen to employee feedback, and support their team members' growth and
development contribute to a positive work environment. </span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="border:none;margin:0in;line-height:115%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Diversity,
Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility: Promoting diversity, equity, inclusion,
and accessibility in the workplace creates a sense of belonging and ensures all
employees feel valued and respected. Embracing various backgrounds,
perspectives, and experiences fosters creativity, innovation, and
collaboration. Creating policies that increase accessibility improves the work
environment for everyone. </span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="border:none;margin:0in;line-height:115%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="border:none;margin:0in;line-height:115%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">While the
discussions encompass various aspects of workplace well-being, it's important
to note that we respectfully request refraining from topics related to weight
loss, dieting, or movement-based programs. Recognizing the complexities
surrounding such programs, including their potential impact on camaraderie,
team dynamics, and privacy concerns, we aim to cultivate an inclusive and
supportive environment focused on holistic approaches to well-being.</span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:137%;border:none;margin:0in;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:137%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Hosts</span></b></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:137%;border:none;margin:0in;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:137%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Bobbi Newman
(She/Her) is the Community Engagement and Outreach Specialist at Region 6 of
the Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM) at the University of
Iowa Libraries. She is the author of Fostering Wellness in the Workplace: A
Guide for Libraries (ALA Editions) and editor for the forthcoming A Manager’s
Guide to Creating a Flourishing Workplace: Strategies for Fostering Wellness in
Libraries (ALA Editions). Bobbi is a mindfulness student and a body acceptance
advocate. She serves on the Advisory Board for Let’s Move in Libraries.  </span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:137%;border:none;margin:0in;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:137%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Margie
Sheppard (She/Her) is the Community Engagement Coordinator at NNLM Region 3 for
the Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM) located at the
University of Kansas Medical Center. Her work includes helping libraries and
community organizations interested in improving the health and well-being of
members in their communities by connecting them with NNLM resources and with
each other. She has co-presented on Wellness in the Workplace and is interested
in projects aimed at improving community mental health.  </span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:137%;border:none;margin:0in;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:137%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Debra
Trogdon-Livingston (She/They) serves as the User Experience and Education
Strategist for Region 2 of the Network of the National Library of Medicine
(NNLM) headquartered at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). They
provide resources, education, user experience guidance, and program evaluation
services to members and communities in Region 2. Debra has a strong focus on
workplace wellness, diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, LGBTQIA2S+
equity, and health literacy. Debra has co-presented Beyond the Binary:
Understanding LGBTQIA+ Health, Wellness in the Library Workplace and is
teaching Mental Health in the Library Workplace next year.</span></p>

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e-forum provides an opportunity for librarians to discuss matters of interest,
led by a moderator, through the e-forum discussion list. The e-forum discussion
list works like an email listserv: register your email address with the list,
and then you will receive messages and communicate with other participants
through an email discussion. Most e-forums last two to three days. Registration
is necessary to participate, but it's free.</span></p>

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information about upcoming e-forums, please visit </span><span lang="EN"><a href="http://www.ala.org/core/e-forums"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:137%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">http://www.ala.org/core/e-forums</span></a></span><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:137%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"></span></p>

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register your email address to subscribe to or access an electronic discussion
list on ALA's Mailing List Service. Once you have registered for one e-forum,
you do not need to register again, unless you choose to leave the list. Find
instructions for subscribing and unsubscribing online. (</span><span lang="EN"><a href="http://www.ala.org/core/continuing-education/e-forum-instructions"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:137%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">http://www.ala.org/core/continuing-education/e-forum-instructions</span></a></span><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:137%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">)</span></p>

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opportunities give you practical experience for your résumé. Our members are
critical to implementing and maintaining core library services; they come from
every level of responsibility and help shape the future of the profession. We
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