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Last week, lawmakers in Connecticut passed a landmark bill to regulate the sale of econtent to libraries.
Connecticut Passes Landmark Ebook Bill Based on Library Futures Model Legislation Last week, lawmakers in Connecticut passed a landmark bill to regulate the sale of econtent to libraries. all pub- 2025-05-20 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all announcementAn overview of the Kids Online Safety Act and the threats it poses to young people.
The Kids Online Safety Act Denies Young People’s Freedoms of Expression and Privacy An overview of the Kids Online Safety Act and the threats it poses to young people. all pub- 2023-08-09 00:00:00 +0000 all milo-santamaria allIntroducing A Podcast About Ebooks--the history of ebooks, ereaders, and libraries from the beginning to the present day.
Library Futures Presents… A Podcast About Ebooks! Introducing A Podcast About Ebooks--the history of ebooks, ereaders, and libraries from the beginning to the present day. all pub- 2025-06-05 00:00:00 +0000 all mary-needham allFour experts in intellectual freedom discuss the findings in our report Neo-Censorship: An Investigation into Digital Content Suppression.
Panel Reflections: Unpacking Digital Censorship in Schools and Libraries Four experts in intellectual freedom discuss the findings in our report Neo-Censorship: An Investigation into Digital Content Suppression. all pub- 2025-03-11 00:00:00 +0000 all mia-jakobsen allLibrary Futures welcomes four new interns for Spring 2025!
Meet the Spring 2025 Library Futures Interns! Library Futures welcomes four new interns for Spring 2025! all pub- 2025-03-03 00:00:00 +0000 all mary-needham allA guest post from Jessamyn West on treasures from the public domain.
A Few of Jessamyn's Favorite Things A guest post from Jessamyn West on treasures from the public domain. all pub- 2025-01-15 00:00:00 +0000 all jessamyn-west allHow can libraries expand their digital collections while centering an ethic of local and planetary repair?
Libraries in a Material World: The Role of Repair, Energy, and Education in Library Sustainability How can libraries expand their digital collections while centering an ethic of local and planetary repair? all pub- 2024-12-16 00:00:00 +0000 all tova-gaster mia-jakobsen allWelcome to our first research network cohort!
Library Futures Announces Research Grant Recipients Welcome to our first research network cohort! all pub- 2024-10-15 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett allExperts from the worlds of libraries, journalism, the law, technology, and public policy join our first Advisory Board.
Library Futures Welcomes First Advisory Board Experts from the worlds of libraries, journalism, the law, technology, and public policy join our first Advisory Board. all pub- 2024-10-10 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett allA guest post on CDL from Charlie Barlow of the Boston Library Consortium.
CDL's Future Depends on Us All: A Response to Scholarly Kitchen's "Lessons Learned from a Fair Use Defeat" A guest post on CDL from Charlie Barlow of the Boston Library Consortium. all pub- 2024-10-07 00:00:00 +0000 all charlie-barlow allLibrary Futures joins the crew at Re:Create!
Re:Create Welcomes Library Futures as its Newest Member Library Futures joins the crew at Re:Create! all pub- 2024-09-27 00:00:00 +0000 all library-futures allHow do you become a copyright librarian? And why do we need them? Our intern reports.
The Past, Present, and Future of the Copyright Specialist How do you become a copyright librarian? And why do we need them? Our intern reports. all pub- 2024-09-10 00:00:00 +0000 all rebecca-regan allOur response to the Second District Court of New York's decision on fair use in Hachette v. Internet Archive.
Hachette v. Internet Archive: We're Still Fighting for Fair Use Our response to the Second District Court of New York's decision on fair use in Hachette v. Internet Archive. all pub- 2024-09-05 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allWe took a concrete look at just how much a popular book list costs a library.
How Much Does Obama's Summer Reading List Cost Your Library? We took a concrete look at just how much a popular book list costs a library. all pub- 2024-09-03 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin laura-crossett all38,000 ebooks more toward the goal of digital ownership!
DPLA Introduces E-Books Libraries Can Own 38,000 ebooks more toward the goal of digital ownership! all pub- 2024-08-13 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett allHoopla, what is all that... junk in your catalog?
Hoopla's Content Problem: Strange, Skewed Results Still Dominate Catalog Hoopla, what is all that... junk in your catalog? all pub- 2024-08-12 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett jennie-rose-halperin allWho let the CATS out? We did--but don't worry, it's just an acronym. Welcome to Copyright and Technology Scribblings from Library Futures!
Introducing CATS from Library Futures! Who let the CATS out? We did--but don't worry, it's just an acronym. Welcome to Copyright and Technology Scribblings from Library Futures! all pub- 2024-07-16 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett all announcementLaw librarian and CDL scholar Michelle Wu provides an analysis of the Hachette v. Internet Archive decision.
A Response to Hachette v. Internet Archive from Michelle Wu Law librarian and CDL scholar Michelle Wu provides an analysis of the Hachette v. Internet Archive decision. all pub- 2024-07-08 00:00:00 +0000 all michelle-wu allBerkman Klein Fellow Mehtabh Kahn responds to the Hachette v. Internet Archive decision.
A Response to Hachette v. Internet Archive from Mehtab Khan Berkman Klein Fellow Mehtabh Kahn responds to the Hachette v. Internet Archive decision. all pub- 2024-07-08 00:00:00 +0000 all mehtab-khan allAn overview of pending legislation that could affect libraries from Library Futures Legal Fellow Becky Chambers.
Legislation Round-Up An overview of pending legislation that could affect libraries from Library Futures Legal Fellow Becky Chambers. all pub- 2024-06-17 00:00:00 +0000 all becky-chambers allLegal Fellow Becky Chambers provides an overview of court cases that could affect libraries.
Litigation Round-Up Legal Fellow Becky Chambers provides an overview of court cases that could affect libraries. all pub- 2024-06-17 00:00:00 +0000 all becky-chambers allHow a court case could break internet access for those who need it most.
Fighting for the Right to Internet: Amicus Brief in Sony v. Cox How a court case could break internet access for those who need it most. all pub- 2024-03-29 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett allWhat role can OER play in public libraries?
Connecting the Commons What role can OER play in public libraries? all pub- 2024-03-27 00:00:00 +0000 all michelle-reed allA review of this year's public domain celebration with Theater of the Apes and the Engelberg Center.
Necromancers of the Public Domain: Broadway Racketeers A review of this year's public domain celebration with Theater of the Apes and the Engelberg Center. all pub- 2024-03-26 00:00:00 +0000 all nick-norman allALA presidential candidates Emily Drabinski and Kelvin Watson answer our questions about digital futures, ebooks, and access.
Four Questions with Emily Drabinski and Kelvin Watson ALA presidential candidates Emily Drabinski and Kelvin Watson answer our questions about digital futures, ebooks, and access. all pub- 2022-03-22 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett allAnnouncing the release of the 2022 Annual Report
Library Futures Releases 2022 Annual Report Announcing the release of the 2022 Annual Report all pub- 2023-06-05 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allLibrary Futures files amici in Supreme Court case Netchoice and CCIA v Paxton/Moody and Second Circuit Court of Appeals Case Hachette v Internet Archive.
Library Futures Files Amici in Two Key Cases Library Futures files amici in Supreme Court case Netchoice and CCIA v Paxton/Moody and Second Circuit Court of Appeals Case Hachette v Internet Archive. all pub- 2024-01-22 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allDiscussion of methods used to directly or indirectly ban books.
Eight Ways to Ban a Book Discussion of methods used to directly or indirectly ban books. all pub- 2021-10-04 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett allA conversation with Rachel Bridgewater, a Copyright First Responder, in celebration of ten years of Copyright First Responders
Celebrating 10 Years of Copyright First Responders A conversation with Rachel Bridgewater, a Copyright First Responder, in celebration of ten years of Copyright First Responders all pub- 2024-03-14 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett allIntroducing E-Books for Us, an engaging, simple, and informative website with interactive games and quizzes to highlight critical e-book issues.
Introducing E-Books for Us! Introducing E-Books for Us, an engaging, simple, and informative website with interactive games and quizzes to highlight critical e-book issues. all pub- 2024-02-13 00:00:00 +0000 all michelle-reed allDiscussion of how the DPLA's deal with Amazon Publishing impacts libraries and the wider issues of digital ownership.
Content at any cost? Discussion of how the DPLA's deal with Amazon Publishing impacts libraries and the wider issues of digital ownership. all pub- 2021-05-19 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allDiscussion of how e-book selling embargoes impact libraries and the importance of equitable access to books.
Equitable Access is the Future for All of Us Discussion of how e-book selling embargoes impact libraries and the importance of equitable access to books. all pub- 2021-03-17 00:00:00 +0000 all carmi-parker allLibrary Futures brought together an illustrious panel of experts to discuss the threats facing libraries and the public in the digital age.
Big Tech and Access to Information Webinar Panel Library Futures brought together an illustrious panel of experts to discuss the threats facing libraries and the public in the digital age. all pub- 2021-03-31 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allLibrary Futures is excited to announce that we have filed an amici brief – joined by EveryLibrary and ReadersFirst – in Hachette et al. v. Internet Archive, a case currently pending in the Southern District of New York.
Brief Filed in Hachette et al v Internet Archive Library Futures is excited to announce that we have filed an amici brief – joined by EveryLibrary and ReadersFirst – in Hachette et al. v. Internet Archive, a case currently pending in the Southern District of New York. all pub- 2022-07-18 00:00:00 +0000 all juliya-ziskina allDiscussion of major copyright case in Canadian Supreme Court, how it might impact international copyright, and the ways Library Futures is involved.
Library Futures Files in Crucial Canadian Copyright Case Discussion of major copyright case in Canadian Supreme Court, how it might impact international copyright, and the ways Library Futures is involved. all pub- 2021-11-10 00:00:00 +0000 all kyle-k-courtney allLibrary Futures strongly opposes the SMART Copyright Act of 2022, which would create a burden on libraries and censoring free expression online.
Library Futures Joins Opposition Against the SMART Copyright Act Library Futures strongly opposes the SMART Copyright Act of 2022, which would create a burden on libraries and censoring free expression online. all pub- 2022-05-03 00:00:00 +0000 all juliya-ziskina allLibrary Futures' intern delves into link taxes, related policies, and the impact on journalism and libraries.
Link Taxes Tax Library Values Library Futures' intern delves into link taxes, related policies, and the impact on journalism and libraries. all pub- 2023-09-06 00:00:00 +0000 all spencer-izen allRedlining is part of the long history of racism within the United States. Digital redlining is its next chapter.
Mapping the Bronx: Where Digital Redlining Denies Access and How Libraries Can Help Redlining is part of the long history of racism within the United States. Digital redlining is its next chapter. all pub- 2023-08-08 00:00:00 +0000 all wendyliz-martinez allAnnouncing a collaboration with Albany Pub;ic Library and Hearken to provide access to local news content.
Supporting Equitable Access to Local News Announcing a collaboration with Albany Pub;ic Library and Hearken to provide access to local news content. all pub- 2021-11-08 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allLibrary Futures and SPARC condemn Wiley E-
Library Futures and SPARC Condemn Wiley E-Textbook Withdrawal Library Futures and SPARC condemn Wiley E- all pub- 2022-09-30 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin juliya-ziskina allAnnouncing Library Futures Learning Circles!
Introducing Learning Circles Announcing Library Futures Learning Circles! all pub- 2023-04-20 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allThe CASE Act will harm library workers and make distributing library materials difficult under the guise of "protecting creators".
Protect Library Workers from the CASE Act The CASE Act will harm library workers and make distributing library materials difficult under the guise of "protecting creators". all pub- 2021-09-21 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin nick-shockey allMembers of Congress demand answers from Big Five Publishers surrounding their library e-book business practices.
Library Victory! Wyden and Eshoo demand answers from big publishers Members of Congress demand answers from Big Five Publishers surrounding their library e-book business practices. all pub- 2021-09-24 00:00:00 +0000 all allLibrary Futures at the American Library Association Annual Conference.
Connecting with our Community: ALA Annual 2022 Library Futures at the American Library Association Annual Conference. all pub- 2022-07-20 00:00:00 +0000 all emily-finch allProtecting digital lending means supporting innovative lending practices and celebrating the many ways that libraries, including the Archive, provide access to books to support an educated citizenry.
Hachette v Internet Archive: The Case Marches On Protecting digital lending means supporting innovative lending practices and celebrating the many ways that libraries, including the Archive, provide access to books to support an educated citizenry. all pub- 2024-03-21 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin laura-crossett allLearn to go through a contract with a fine toothed comb and get the best deal for your library and your patrons!
How to Read a Contract! Learn to go through a contract with a fine toothed comb and get the best deal for your library and your patrons! all pub- 2024-03-20 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett allCopyright First Responders help librarians understand and advise on copyright questions for ten years. We talked to one of the first.
Celebrating 10 Years of Copyright First Responders Copyright First Responders help librarians understand and advise on copyright questions for ten years. We talked to one of the first. all pub- 2024-03-14 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett allThe results of a three month news access pilot project between Library Futures, Albany Public Library, Hearken, and the Albany Times Union.
Improving Digital Access to Local News Through Library-Newsroom Collaboration The results of a three month news access pilot project between Library Futures, Albany Public Library, Hearken, and the Albany Times Union. all pub- 2022-08-23 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allWelcome to Library Futures, a new nonprofit that champions the right to equitable access to knowledge.
Welcome to Library Futures Welcome to Library Futures, a new nonprofit that champions the right to equitable access to knowledge. all pub- 2021-01-07 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allUpdates on Library Futures' model ebook bill, current ebook legislative efforts, and the ways Library Futures is working with states to pass laws that empower libraries.
Library Futures Ebook Bills are on the Move Updates on Library Futures' model ebook bill, current ebook legislative efforts, and the ways Library Futures is working with states to pass laws that empower libraries. all pub- 2023-02-09 00:00:00 +0000 all juliya-ziskina allThe Mellon Foundation grants $1 million to support libraries in the digital age.
The Mellon Foundation grants $1 million to support libraries in the digital age The Mellon Foundation grants $1 million to support libraries in the digital age. all pub- 2022-12-14 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allWe are delighted to announce that Library Futures is joining the Engelberg Center on Innovation Law and Policy at NYU Law.
Library Futures joins the Engelberg Center We are delighted to announce that Library Futures is joining the Engelberg Center on Innovation Law and Policy at NYU Law. all pub- 2022-09-12 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allLibrary Futures is excited to announce that we are launching our policy paper on digital ownership for libraries.
Library Futures Releases Policy Paper: Digital Ownership for Libraries and the Public Library Futures is excited to announce that we are launching our policy paper on digital ownership for libraries. all pub- 2023-02-14 00:00:00 +0000 all juliya-ziskina allLibrarians in many states are seeking to develop eBook laws that address these concerns of cost and restrictive licensing terms. Our policy statement and model language are here to help.
Library Futures Releases Policy Statement and Draft eBook Legislative Language: Mitigating the Library eBook Conundrum Through Legislative Action in the States Librarians in many states are seeking to develop eBook laws that address these concerns of cost and restrictive licensing terms. Our policy statement and model language are here to help. all pub- 2022-06-30 00:00:00 +0000 all kyle-k-courtney juliya-ziskina allLibrary Futures is excited to announce that we have filed a collaborative amici brief—joined by EveryLibrary Institute, Authors Alliance, and Public Knowledge—in American Society for Testing and Materials, et al. v. Public.Resource.Org.
Library Futures Files Collaborative Amici in American Society for Testing and Materials, et al. v. Public.Resource.Org Library Futures is excited to announce that we have filed a collaborative amici brief—joined by EveryLibrary Institute, Authors Alliance, and Public Knowledge—in American Society for Testing and Materials, et al. v. Public.Resource.Org. all pub- 2022-12-14 00:00:00 +0000 all juliya-ziskina allSam Helmick and Ray Pun talk ebook legislation, digital privacy, the outsourcing of library services to corporations, and more.
Four Questions with ALA Presidential Candidates Sam Helmick and Ray Pun Sam Helmick and Ray Pun talk ebook legislation, digital privacy, the outsourcing of library services to corporations, and more. all pub- 2024-02-08 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett allLibrary Futures Fellow Camille Thomas on the lack of diversity in copyright librarianship, what shaped her belief in digital rights, and more.
Four Questions with Camille Thomas Library Futures Fellow Camille Thomas on the lack of diversity in copyright librarianship, what shaped her belief in digital rights, and more. all pub- 2024-01-30 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett allWe welcome signatories from academic institutions to a new Interoperable Ebooks Standards Statement
Call for Interoperable Ebook Standards in the Academic Ebook Market We welcome signatories from academic institutions to a new Interoperable Ebooks Standards Statement all pub- 2025-02-25 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allWe are very excited today to announce the release of the Library Futures Foundation‚ (LFF) new policy document, Controlled Digital Lending: Unlocking the Library's Full Potential
Controlled Digital Lending: Unlocking the Library's Full Potential We are very excited today to announce the release of the Library Futures Foundation‚ (LFF) new policy document, Controlled Digital Lending: Unlocking the Library's Full Potential all pub- 2021-08-25 00:00:00 +0000 all kyle-k-courtney allWe are proud to announce the launch of Library Futures Institute, a 501c3 organization fighting for the technology-positive future of libraries.
Ensuring a sustainable future for libraries: Announcing Library Futures We are proud to announce the launch of Library Futures Institute, a 501c3 organization fighting for the technology-positive future of libraries. all pub- 2021-01-24 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allToday, we are pleased to release our first insights from our joint pilot project with the Albany Public Library (APL)
First Insights Report: Albany Public Library News Access Pilot Project Today, we are pleased to release our first insights from our joint pilot project with the Albany Public Library (APL) all pub- 2022-02-08 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allFrom Thursday June 30th to Sunday July 3rd I had the pleasure to attend my first Allied Media Conference (AMC)
Five Lessons about Community Highlighted by Allied Media Conference 2022 From Thursday June 30th to Sunday July 3rd I had the pleasure to attend my first Allied Media Conference (AMC) all pub- 2022-08-15 00:00:00 +0000 all emily-finch allFor our inaugural ‚"Four Questions with" series, we interviewed Scott Jarzombek, Executive Director of the Albany Public Library, which went fine free in early 2019.
Four Questions about Fine Free Libraries with Scott Jarzombek of the Albany Public Library For our inaugural ‚"Four Questions with" series, we interviewed Scott Jarzombek, Executive Director of the Albany Public Library, which went fine free in early 2019. all pub- 2021-04-08 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allJoanne McNeil is a writer, editor, and cultural critic of and for the internet.
Four Questions about the Promise of Libraries and the Internet with Author Joanne McNeil Joanne McNeil is a writer, editor, and cultural critic of and for the internet. all pub- 2021-04-27 00:00:00 +0000 all allDr. Jeanie Austin is an expert on library services and incarated individuals and the barriers to information access faced by people in prison
Four Questions with Dr. Jeanie Austin Dr. Jeanie Austin is an expert on library services and incarated individuals and the barriers to information access faced by people in prison all pub- 2022-01-20 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett allMichael Blackwell is the Director of the St. Mary's County Library in Leonardtown, Maryland and a long time advocate for eresources nationally through his work with Reader's First, a Library Futures coalition partner.
Four Questions with Michael Blackwell on Ebook Advocacy Michael Blackwell is the Director of the St. Mary's County Library in Leonardtown, Maryland and a long time advocate for eresources nationally through his work with Reader's First, a Library Futures coalition partner. all pub- 2021-06-18 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allMore on video games, history, and preservation from our panel of experts!
Unacceptable Loss: Video Game Preservation Webinar and Q&A More on video games, history, and preservation from our panel of experts! all pub- 2023-10-24 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allHow does a Supreme Court case about a photograph apply to libraries--and what does it mean for the future of fair use?
From Art Museums to the Supreme Court: How Does the Decision in Warhol v. Goldsmith Go Beyond Art? How does a Supreme Court case about a photograph apply to libraries--and what does it mean for the future of fair use? all pub- 2023-09-12 00:00:00 +0000 all bella-wetherington allLibraries need protection from repercussions for the speech users promulgate on library servers, and they need to retain the ability to moderate harmful speech.
Section 230: More than a “Big Tech” Issue Libraries need protection from repercussions for the speech users promulgate on library servers, and they need to retain the ability to moderate harmful speech. all pub- 2023-08-23 00:00:00 +0000 all bella-wetherington allLibrarians should be able to purchase and lend reasonably priced materials, and patrons should have a choice to borrow those materials in a variety of formats, including as scans for CDL.`
Our Statement on Hachette v. Internet Archive and Controlled Digital Lending of Materials Librarians should be able to purchase and lend reasonably priced materials, and patrons should have a choice to borrow those materials in a variety of formats, including as scans for CDL.` all pub- 2023-08-15 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allGet to know our new Research Manager, open access champion and plant whisperer.
Four Questions with Michelle Reed Get to know our new Research Manager, open access champion and plant whisperer. all pub- 2023-08-23 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett allThe systematic undermining of user rights and permissions in the digital realm is a threat to libraries, authors, and cultural institutions, and we must address this encroachment as a community.
Launching the eBook Pledge to Make eBook Markets Sustainable for the Long Term The systematic undermining of user rights and permissions in the digital realm is a threat to libraries, authors, and cultural institutions, and we must address this encroachment as a community. all pub- 2023-07-11 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allJudge Koeltl failed to recognize that copyright does not exist to protect an author or publisher’s right to profit.
Toward a Cooperative Vision: Library Futures's Response to the Hachette v Internet Archive Summary Judgement Judge Koeltl failed to recognize that copyright does not exist to protect an author or publisher’s right to profit. all pub- 2023-03-28 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allHow thwarted access to a 19th century paper and a burned Girl Talk CD turned our new fellows into information rights activists.
Meet Our New Fellows! Policy Fellow Juliya Ziskina and Community Fellow Emily Finch How thwarted access to a 19th century paper and a burned Girl Talk CD turned our new fellows into information rights activists. all pub- 2022-05-12 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett allUltimately, this lawsuit demonstrates the commercial publishing industry’s continued disdain for the librarians, educators, and the public.
Statement on the Association of American Publishers Suit Against the State of Maryland Ultimately, this lawsuit demonstrates the commercial publishing industry’s continued disdain for the librarians, educators, and the public. all pub- 2021-12-09 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin kyle-k-courtney allHow is your computer system similar to the library ebook on your tablet or the journal article you downloaded from a library vendor? In more ways than you might think!
iFixIt and Library Futures Team up to Provide 100 Pro Tech Repair Kits to Public Libraries How is your computer system similar to the library ebook on your tablet or the journal article you downloaded from a library vendor? In more ways than you might think! all pub- 2021-12-02 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett allPublishers make money merely by owning things. When fewer publishers own more things, we all suffer.
Let's talk Systemic Market Failures: What the Penguin Random House/Simon & Schuster Merger Means for Libraries Publishers make money merely by owning things. When fewer publishers own more things, we all suffer. all pub- 2021-12-01 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin daniel-takash allOur Executive Director on what happens when schools, pandemics, and publisher licensing restrictions meet.
Publishers Are Using E-Books to Extort Schools and Libraries Our Executive Director on what happens when schools, pandemics, and publisher licensing restrictions meet. all pub- 2021-04-20 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allSome Oscar-nominated films will not be available to those who rely on libraries to access culture for the first time this year.
Who can watch this year’s Academy Award nominees? Some Oscar-nominated films will not be available to those who rely on libraries to access culture for the first time this year. all pub- 2021-04-13 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allControlled digital lending uses library superpowers to expand access and equity to digital materials, enhancing discoverability, availability, and accessibility for creative works.
Mythbusting Controlled Digital Lending: Watch the video, learn the facts! Controlled digital lending uses library superpowers to expand access and equity to digital materials, enhancing discoverability, availability, and accessibility for creative works. all pub- 2021-02-12 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allPart statement of values, part policy statement, this document presents a positive framework for libraries to thrive in an increasingly hostile environment.
Introducing The Blue Skies Statement: An Equitable Policy Vision for Libraries Part statement of values, part policy statement, this document presents a positive framework for libraries to thrive in an increasingly hostile environment. all pub- 2025-03-26 00:00:00 +0000 all library-futures allAn in depth look at how a vocal minority of activists are using "pornography" as a bogeyman to erode free speech and information access in schools and libraries.
New Research Report: Neo-Censorship in U.S. Libraries An in depth look at how a vocal minority of activists are using "pornography" as a bogeyman to erode free speech and information access in schools and libraries. all pub- 2025-02-13 00:00:00 +0000 all michelle-reed tova-gaster allHow Open Educational Resources can help public libraries--and how they already have.
Unlocking OER for Public Libraries How Open Educational Resources can help public libraries--and how they already have. all pub- 2023-11-08 00:00:00 +0000 all michelle-reed milo-santamaria allLibrary ownership is key to an equitable digital future. These principles guide the way.
Introducing Principles on Library Ownership of Digital Books Library ownership is key to an equitable digital future. These principles guide the way. all pub- 2024-06-12 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin allA zine by incarcerated library workers at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center.
Introducing Controlled Chaos: Where the Wild Things Read A zine by incarcerated library workers at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center. all pub- 2025-06-24 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett allThanks the Arcadia Foundation for their support of our work to create an equitable digital future for libraries.
Library Futures Receives $2.5 Million Arcadia Foundation Grant Thanks the Arcadia Foundation for their support of our work to create an equitable digital future for libraries. all pub- 2025-06-26 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all