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Please note - The topic for the next SLCP Meet Up on Thursday, September 7th will be the NexTrex Recycling Challenge.

Libraries for Health and Wellbeing Strategic Framework webinar discussing the development of the framework and how it has shaped the sector’s thinking as well as the recent release of the Health and Wellbeing Benefits of Public Libraries report which demonstrates the economic and social value of public libraries in supporting community health and wellbeing.

Harborfields Public Library Certification Presentation. They began working towards certification through the Sustainable Libraries Certification Program in September 2021 and since then have promoted sustainable thinking and taken action to effect change both inside their building and in their community.

This past May, Claire Mitchell, Teacher-Librarian at the Fairfield Elementary School of the Massapequa Union Free School District, in Massapequa, NY has been certified through the award-winning Sustainable Libraries Certification Program. Claire is the first elementary school Teacher-Librarian to be certified through this program.

         Michelle Statfeld, School Library Media Specialist at the West Babylon Junior High School, is Certified Sustainable. The Sustainable Libraries Initiative recognizes Michelle Statfeld as a leader in sustainability.

Check out these reading lists curated to compliment our collaborative webinar series with WebJunction

NJLA Conference Recap

SLI at NJLA Conference

We extend our sincere appreciation to all those who attended the recent NJLA Conference, where the Sustainable Libraries Initiative (SLI) made an appearance. We are grateful for the opportunity to connect with librarians, professionals, and enthusiasts who all share a passion for sustainable practices in libraries.

Sustainable Libraries Initiative Meet Up at ALA

Congratulations to Shelter Island Public Library on becoming a Certified Sustainable Library!