This information is being shared forward from Elise Silva, PhD, MLIS, Director of Policy Research, University of Pittsburgh, Institute for Cyber Law, Policy, and Security:

Based on research interviews with public librarians in Western PA, Pitt Cyber Disinformation Lab and Whitehall Public Library are thrilled to announce the launch of newly developed resources aimed at empowering libraries as trusted information hubs in our communities.

These free resources are now available, and we invite you to explore them at your convenience here: https://www.cyber.pitt.edu/libraries

Discover Our New Resources:

• Resource Guide: “Strengthening Libraries as Community Information Partners”
  • This comprehensive guide offers practical strategies for libraries to enhance their role as reliable information access points. It includes an empowerment outreach initiative, templates for critical conversations, and a curated list of information literacy resources.
• Appendix: Practical Resources to Help Strengthen Awareness and Understanding of Libraries as Community Partners
  • This appendix is packed with actionable materials, including social media templates, tutorial links, and programming examples designed to help libraries implement effective information literacy campaigns.
• Repository of Examples and Templates: Trust in Libraries Social Media Campaign by Whitehall Public Library
  • Access a collection of real-life examples and customizable templates from Whitehall Public Library’s successful social media campaign. These materials demonstrate how to build trust in libraries and promote their critical role in the community.
    We hope these resources are helpful and we encourage you to share this announcement with your colleagues!

We welcome any feedback you might have about these materials. Feel free to reach out to Elise at Pitt Cyber with any questions or comments.

 

Warm regards,

 

Elise Silva, PhD, MLIS

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Director of Policy Research

University of Pittsburgh

Institute for Cyber Law, Policy, and Security