Websites and Internet Resources on Advocacy & Outreach

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A list of external links

A website designed for the people who use and love libraries, part of an ALA initiative.

A calculator worksheet provided by the Maine State Library which can be used to determine your library's worth to your community.

Telling the Library Story Tool Kit

The Telling the Library Story Tool Kit was developed by the State Library of Iowa to help busy librarians with one-stop shopping for public relations and promotional ideas. Loaded with great tips, templates and resources.

Long Overdue: A Fresh Look at Public and Leadership Attitudes About Libraries in the 21st Century

An Americans for Libraries Council-sponsored study, conducted by Public Agenda and funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, shows that libraries are poised to lead the way to solutions to today's pressing community problems, including providing a safe and engaging place for teens; building a strong and literate workforce; and extending access to technology.

The Small but Powerful Guide to Winning Big Support for Your Rural Library

An 8 page tips sheet or online toolkit summarizing the newly launched online toolkit brought to you by the ALA Committee on Rural, Native and Tribal Libraries of All Kinds, the ALA Office for Literacy and Outreach Services, and the Campaign for America's Libraries.

Marketing the Library: Web Training for Public Library Staff

Online learning resources on marketing for libraries commissioned by the Ohio Library Foundation and developed by the Ohio Library Council.

Sample Press Release

This is one example of how to construct a press release for your library.

Sample Public Service Announcements

Here are some sample Public Service Announcements (PSAs) that can be read over broadcast media to help spread the word about your library's programs.

WebJunction - Rural Advocacy

Websites and Internet Resources on Advocacy & Outreach