Oct 08

Community Engagement Series Session 3: Partnerships (10/8/25)

This is Part 3 of a 5-part series. Attend one or all for a deeper dive.
Session 3: The Partnership Lifecycle: Tools for Effective Partnerships at Every Stage
Partnerships can enhance library services, but starting, sustaining, and concluding them can be challenging. This session will help you:
Define key partnership elements and apply them
Use planning tools to create partnerships
Identify partnership phases, including strengths and common mistakes at each stage. Whether new to partnerships or aiming to improve, this will guide you in building stronger, more effective collaborations.

Virtual location

You will receive a confirmation email with a URL.

Oct 08, 2025 02:00pm - Oct 08, 2025 03:00pm

Free

Virtual Trainer: Audrey Barbakoff

Dr. Audrey Barbakoff is a librarian, educator, and entrepreneur. She is the author of two picture books, The Schlemiel Kids Save the Moon and Mazel Toes!, as well as several professional development books for librarians. She holds a doctorate in education and a master's degree in library and information science. As a Jewish mother, she is passionate about passing down the vibrancy of Jewish humor, language, and stories to the next generation. Audrey lives with her husband, children, and chickens on an island in Washington.

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