Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Antiracism in a Sundown Town

THIS SESSION WILL BE PRESENTED IN A VIRTUAL FORMAT TO IN-PERSON ATTENDEES.

Based on research done by library staff, Glendale became the first city in California to pass a Sundown Town proclamation, acknowledging and apologizing for its history of racist treatment of Black people. Glendale Library, Arts & Culture (GLAC) was a leader in the City's effort to build a collective understanding of historic and present-day systemic racism, through partnerships, events and exhibits. GLAC is working towards becoming an antiracist organization internally as well.Learning Outcomes- Effectively research the history of racism in their communities, particularly in the area of anti-blackness and sundown town practices.- Apply strategies for building collective understanding of the local history of racism through exhibits and partnerships.- Develop partnerships that enable libraries to elevate the voices of Black, Indigenous and other People of Color (BIPOC).