Written by The MMA will host a webinar on May 26 exploring the role of municipal libraries as hubs for civic engagement.
Panelists will discuss local initiatives that strengthen community ties and civic participation, including English for Speakers of Other Languages instruction, citizenship classes, and efforts to engage students in local civic activities and voter registration.
Panelists will discuss how libraries are increasing accessibility by breaking down language barriers and bringing vital services to their municipality.
Speakers will include:
• Janelle Abreu, library director, Lawrence
• Anna Bognolo, library director, Greenfield
• Smadar Gekow, literacy coordinator, Stoughton
• Alysa Hayden, library advisory specialist, Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners
Online registration is available for the 75-minute webinar, which will begin at noon. Only MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.
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