Tag: intellectual freedom
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Tracking Government Information: Fighting Back Against Censorship and the Destruction of Public Resources
Jenny McBurney, Government Publications Librarian, University of Minnesota Twin CitiesMolly Blake, Social Sciences Librarian, University of Minnesota Twin Cities Although the news media has widely reported the current U.S. administration’s removal and modification of federal websites and information, it can be challenging to understand and analyze the scope of the problem. To help address this…
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Introduction to Library Values
This course delves into the foundational documents and core values of librarianship, emphasizing the principles of intellectual freedom, equity, diversity, and inclusion. Participants will explore the Library Bill of Rights, the Code of Ethics, and other essential documents that guide the profession. Through interactive exercises and multimedia resources, learners will gain a deeper understanding of…
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Materials and rights protected, MN Statute 134.51
Come hear from the MLA Legislative Committee, MLA Intellectual Freedom Committee, and State Library Services about what the “Access to Library Materials and Rights Protected” law is (and what it isn’t!). They will share model collection development and reconsideration policies and procedures, what to share with governing bodies and stakeholders, how to report challenges to…