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SUMMARY:MeckTech: Lessons Learned Through Digital Equity Initiatives
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:MeckTech: Lessons Learned Through Digital Equity Initiatives\n\n08/17/23 10:00 AM EST\n - 08/17/23 11:00 AM EST\Description:\nCharlotte Mecklenburg Library in NC adopted two major digital equity initiatives in 2021: distributing refurbished laptops to 20,000 adults and building a free WiFi network for a neighborhood with low internet connectivity. We will share knowledge gained, along with outcomes of both projects, during this session. Both projects provided valuable lessons for public libraries interested in digital equity work, from strategic partnerships and staff capacity to legal requirements and considerations for user experience.\n\nLearning Objectives:\n\n	Identify potential challenges and solutions for programs that address digital equity in their community.\n	Evaluate potential partnerships that can contribute to the success of digital equity projects.\n	Develop a strategic approach to a public library’s role in the digital equity landscape.\n\nPresenter:\n\nEmery Ortiz has worked in North Carolina public libraries since 2009, beginning in youth services and moving into library administration. After 8 years as a Library Director, she joined Charlotte Mecklenburg Library as its Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer in 2022. Emery loves public libraries for their ability to equitably spread knowledge and a sense of wonder throughout their communities.\n \Details:\nWho should attend:  Anyone wanting to know more about Digital Equity Initiatives\nCompetencies: Community Engagement, Innovation, & Information and Technology\n\nNon-Member Cost:      $40\nNEO-RLS Bronze Member Cost:  $24\nNEO-RLS Silver Member Cost:   FREE\nNEO-RLS Gold Member Cost:    FREE\nNEO-RLS Individual Member Cost:  $20\n\nCan't attend on the date or time listed? Sign up anyway!  This webinar includes archive access for later viewing at your convenience.\n \nIt’s never too late to save your library money. NEO-RLS Memberships are pro-rated! Call us today to join.\Location:\nOnline via Zoom\n\n,
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:MeckTech: Lessons Learned Through Digital Equity Initiatives<br /><br />08/17/23 10:00 AM EST - 08/17/23 11:00 AM EST<br />Description:<br />Charlotte Mecklenburg Library in NC adopted two major digital equity initiatives in 2021: distributing refurbished laptops to 20,000 adults and building a free WiFi network for a neighborhood with low internet connectivity. We will share knowledge gained, along with outcomes of both projects, during this session. Both projects provided valuable lessons for public libraries interested in digital equity work, from strategic partnerships and staff capacity to legal requirements and considerations for user experience.<br />
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<strong>Learning Objectives</strong>:
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	<li>Identify potential challenges and solutions for programs that address digital equity in their community.</li>
	<li>Evaluate potential partnerships that can contribute to the success of digital equity projects.</li>
	<li>Develop a strategic approach to a public library&rsquo;s role in the digital equity landscape.</li>
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<strong>Presenter:</strong><br />
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<em><img alt="" src="https://neo-rls.org/photos/Emery_04262023091214.JPG" style="margin: 5px 15px; float: left; width: 100px;" width="100" />Emery Ortiz</em> has worked in North Carolina public libraries since 2009, beginning in youth services and moving into library administration. After 8 years as a Library Director, she joined Charlotte Mecklenburg Library as its Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer in 2022. Emery loves public libraries for their ability to equitably spread knowledge and a sense of wonder throughout their communities.<br />
&nbsp;<br />Details:<br /><font face="Verdana" size="2"><font face="Verdana" size="2">Who should attend:&nbsp; Anyone wanting to know more about&nbsp;Digital Equity Initiatives<br />
Competencies: Community Engagement, Innovation, &amp; Information and Technology</font></font><br />
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Non-Member Cost: &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; $40<br />
NEO-RLS&nbsp;Bronze Member Cost:&nbsp; $24<br />
NEO-RLS Silver Member Cost:&nbsp; &nbsp;FREE<br />
NEO-RLS Gold Member Cost:&nbsp; &nbsp; FREE<br />
NEO-RLS Individual Member Cost:&nbsp; $20<br />
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<font face="Verdana" size="2">Can't attend on the date or time listed? Sign up anyway!&nbsp;&nbsp;</font>This webinar includes archive access for later viewing at your convenience.<br />
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<font face="Verdana" size="2"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><strong><font face="Verdana" size="2"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><em>It&rsquo;s never too late to save your library money. NEO-RLS Memberships are pro-rated! Call us today to join.</em></font></font></font></font></font></strong></font></font><br />Location:<br />Online via Zoom<br /><br />,  
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