If we do not value ourselves, how can we expect our communities, government officials and boards to value library work? This program reframes compensation as a strategic investment in staff stability, equity, recruitment, retention, and service quality. We will explore how clearly articulating the library’s impact is directly connected to paying staff what they are…
This presentation will address the Civil Service Law leaves of which employers should be aware when employees are on, or need, an extended absence from work due to a personal or work-related disability. It will also provide an overview of what employers need to know when formally disciplining or terminating employees pursuant to Civil Service…
Join LILRC when we welcome author Jen Calonita to discuss her NY Times bestselling book, Isle of Ever (Sourcebooks Young Readers, 2025), the first installment in an exciting new series for young readers. Two hundred years ago, an island disappeared. Benny has just two weeks to find it. Everly "Benny" Benedict and her mom…
Webinar Description: After the arrival of the first enslaved people in 1627, New York State became the leading state in the North in relying on enslaved labor to drive its growth, wealth and influence. The movement to end enslavement was a long one, and two-hundred years separated the arrival of those first enslaved people and…
Join LILRC for a moving author conversation with Dr. Janet Bond Brill, author of Little Edna’s War, the extraordinary true story of Edna Szurek, a Jewish child who survived Nazi-occupied Warsaw, smuggled food into the Warsaw Ghetto, joined the Polish resistance, and became one of the youngest decorated soldiers of the Polish Home Army. This…
This series is designed for managers at all levels who want to grow their self-awareness, lead with intentionality, and build high-performing teams. Participants will explore the intersection of personal leadership style and organizational culture, develop strategies for communicating clear expectations, and learn how to effectively support and hold staff accountable. Overview Identify your unique leadership…