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Library Summit on Social Cohesion: Advisors

Strengthening relationships within our profession and fostering social connection in our communities

Together We Thrive: Libraries as Catalysts for Social CohesionLibrary Summit on Social Cohesion

 

In collaboration with the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC) and Simmons University School of Library and Information Science, the Massachusetts Library System (MLS) was pleased to host the Library Summit on Social Cohesion on April 11, 2025. 

This guide includes the presenters' slides, resources to learn more about libraries and social cohesion, and four videos featuring libraries who excel at fostering social cohesion in their communities.

Summit Co-Chairs

  • Michelle Eberle, Consultant, Massachusetts Library System
  • Ally Dowds, Consultant, Services to Special Populations, Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners

Summit Advisors

  • Priya Charry, Head of Adult Services, Forbes Library
  • Esme Green, Director, Goodnow Library
  • Abby Porter, Director, Lynnfield Public Library
  • Laura Saunders, Associate Dean and Professor, Simmons University School of Library and Information Science

 

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