It's a great time to put a learning opportunity on your calendar, and here are a lot of free choices. Whether you're looking to pick up some programming ideas, sharpen your technology skills, or gather tips on curating a digital collection, there's something here to support your growth. The list, provided by the Maine State Library, includes a variety of webinar topics.

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April 2

Online Accessibility for Libraries: PDFs (Washington State Library)
Libraries commonly use PDFs (Portable Document Format) on websites for downloadable flyers, policy documents, public meeting records, or fillable forms. PDFs also show up in collections or database records. But this ubiquitous format is often inaccessible to screen readers or other assistive technology. We'll walk through some handy remediation tools, and talk about alternatives that are accessible to everyone. This installment is part of a State Library monthly series about online accessibility, ahead of a new U.S. federal rule requiring local government websites to meet accessibility standards.

Navigating Federal Funding Cuts—A Peer Learning Exchange for Youth Development Organizations (Candid Learning)
As federal funding for youth education programs is rescinded or just paused, organizations like yours are grappling with how to continue serving communities in need. At Candid, we recognize these challenges and want to create a space for youth development organizations of all kinds to connect, share strategies, and learn from one another. Join us for a virtual discussion with fellow nonprofit leaders working in youth development. This session will focus on how organizations are adapting to changes in federal funding, exploring solutions to sustain critical services, and identifying ways to support each other through these uncertain times..

April 3

City Nature Challenge Informational Webinar (SciStarter)
Learn all about this year’s City Nature Challenge during an upcoming informational webinar hosted by the National Aquarium! We’ll review what the City Nature Challenge is, explain what role you or your organization can play, demonstrate how to use the iNaturalist app and website to make wildlife observations and answer any questions about the challenge. Participants will receive the Zoom meeting link after registering.

April 6

Generative AI and Repositories — Challenges and Opportunities (ASERL)
The ASERL members are invited to an informal meetup with colleagues to discuss current issues impacting generative AI and scholarly repositories, including harvesting, metrics, transparency, metadata, accessibility compliance, reporting, and related issues. Join us to share your experiences, questions, concerns — and curiosities!

April 7

Tae Keller Virtual Classroom Visit With Student Q&A (Mackin)
The ASERL members are invited to an informal meetup with colleagues to discuss current issues impacting generative AI and scholarly repositories, including harvesting, metrics, transparency, metadata, accessibility compliance, reporting, and related issues. Join us to share your experiences, questions, concerns — and curiosities!

Managing and Supporting Volunteers Kick Off (Volunteer Match)
In this first session of a new workshop series Jennifer Bennett, CVA will walk through the questions to answer and the steps to take to successfully support and integrate volunteers into your organization. This session will help you identify where there is support for volunteers, and where colleagues, decision makers, or even the volunteers themselves are preventing meaningful volunteer engagement.

April 8

Programming with Purpose: Adult Programs and Community Partnerships (Nebraska Library Commission)
In recent years, the Yankton Community Library has had great success with a few of our program series for adults, including Neighborhood Walking Tours, Planning with Purpose, and Adult Field Trips. Neighborhood Walking Tours allowed us to visit and learn more about the history of older and unique structures in several Yankton neighborhoods. We covered several steps involved with end-of-life planning with our Planning with Purpose series. And we’ve been able to get behind-the-scenes tours of larger locations in Yankton with our Adult Field Trips. These low to no-cost programs were possible through several community partnerships and helped participants develop a better idea about the resources and services available in our community.

Mission‑Critical Email Security in an Age of Constant Cyber Risk (TechSoup)
With cyberthreats growing more sophisticated every day, organizations must safeguard their data—especially the information sent and shared through email. As billions of messages move across inboxes daily, email remains one of the most targeted attack surfaces for cybercriminals. Protecting access to and usage of your organization’s email systems is no longer optional—it’s mission‑critical. In this webinar, we’ll explore the evolving landscape of email‑based cyberattacks and share practical, effective solutions you can implement right away. You’ll learn how to strengthen your defenses, empower your employees, and create a culture of security that keeps your organization protected at every level.

Built for Every Mind: Reimagining Classrooms for Neurodiverse Learners (edWeb)
In every classroom, there are learners who think, process, and engage in different ways. When educators design with neurodiversity in mind, they create environments where all students can thrive. In this engaging edWebinar, Kara Ball, Teacher Created Materials author and former IEP student herself, will join Juliana Urtubey from Understood.org to share practical strategies for building elementary classrooms where neurodivergent learners feel seen, supported, and valued. Together, we will explore how designing with neurodiversity in mind can strengthen classroom instruction and expand opportunities for every learner. This edWebinar is designed for K–6 classroom teachers, instructional leaders, and special education professionals.

Literacy Awards Webinar: Get to Know the 2025 Top Prize Literacy Awards Winners (Library of Congress)
The Literacy Awards Webinar Series showcases the 24 Winners and Honorees of the 2025 Literacy Awards Program. In this webinar, our four top prize winners of 2025—Literacy Partners, Literacy Mid-South, the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities and Building Tomorrow—share their innovative, community-centric approaches to promoting literacy.

Digital Literacy in Your Context (Digital Enquiry Group)
During this webinar, participants will engage with Civic Online Reasoning lessons designed for use in different academic subjects, identify opportunities for digital literacy integration in their own teaching contexts, discuss potential barriers to integration, and receive new curricular resources.

April 9

AI, Finance, and the Future of Impact: From Fear to Foresight (CharityVillage)
Every major technological shift reshapes how organizations work. Artificial intelligence is different because it not only changes systems and processes, but also challenges how leaders think, make decisions, and define accountability. For nonprofit finance professionals, AI introduces new questions about trust, ethics, stewardship, and the future role of human judgment in mission-driven organizations. While automation promises efficiency and insight, it also requires thoughtful leadership to ensure technology strengthens rather than distracts from organizational purpose. Participants will gain perspective on how finance leaders can help shape responsible innovation while maintaining transparency, values, and long-term impact.

Exploring Chromebook Accessibility (PACER Center)
Chromebooks have many accessibility features built into their operating system. Join us to learn about different ways to use them to make Chromebooks more accessible. This webinar will explore accessibility features such as text-to-speech, dictation, vision supports, face control, and more.

Advancing Research Literacy: Building Real-World Information Competence with Grey Literature (ASERL)
Most students have used grey literature without realizing it, and many don’t trust it at first. In this session, the University of Florida’s Patty Takacs walks through a practical instructional approach that increased students’ readiness to find, evaluate, and apply real-world evidence. You’ll see how structured exposure to grey literature formats and credibility criteria (author expertise, bias, methodology, cross-verification) paired with Policy Commons can strengthen research quality and depth across assignments.

Creating Custom American Community Survey Geographies (US Census)
Are you looking for data for a unique geography like a neighborhood, a fire district, or within a one-mile radius of an address? While the American Community (ACS) provides data for more geographies than any other household survey, sometimes your geography may not be one for which the ACS produces data. In this webinar, learn how to find ACS data for custom geographies. This webinar will include live demonstrations of how to create custom geographic areas.

Monthly Giving: Your Nonprofit Sustainability Plan (Bloomerang)
Monthly giving is more than a tactic—it’s a proven path to consistent revenue. Chad Barger walks through how to launch, market, and expand a monthly giving program with clarity and purpose. Backed by research and practical tools, this session helps you build recurring revenue that strengthens your organization’s future.

Virtual Volunteering with By the People: Explore, Transcribe and Learn (Library of Congress)
Since 2018, volunteers with the Library of Congress By the People program have transcribed more than 1 million historical documents—from the papers of Theodore Roosevelt and Rosa Parks to Walt Whitman and others. Learn how these efforts improve access and discovery and find out how you can join this virtual volunteer community at crowd.loc.gov.

April 10

Voices of Freedom: Transcribing Post-Civil War Handwritten Records with the Smithsonian (SciStarter)
During this virtual event, you will be looking through and transcribing the historical Freedmen's Bureau Papers. Hear from the project experts from the Smithsonian Institution, ask questions, and discover how your participation supports important research AND counts towards a goal of 2.50 Million Acts of Science this April (Citizen Science Month!). This event is part of the Acts of Science: Connected signature series for Citizen Science Month 2026. No experience or special equipment required. All you need is a computer, tablet, or smartphone with Wi-Fi and curiosity! Recommended for ages 13+.  Libraries, Museums, and Schools: Host an in-person watch-and-do party! Find everything you need at https://pages.scistarter.org/connected-facilitators.

April 14

Boards of Directors and Nonprofit Leaders: Driving from the Passenger Seat (Firespring)
Running a nonprofit organization is a challenging position for the best of leaders. The very nature and design of nonprofits makes the leadership chain and direct lines of reporting inherently murky. It takes skill and finesse to direct the mission, strategy and day-to-day operations of an entity, while not serving as the final decision maker on many critical decisions. There are few other relationships like that of a board and its executive leader. Kiersten Hill at Firespring will share her insights and tips to achieve success for staff and board members alike. She will discuss top communications strategies for managing the relationship, helping you understand how to identify and fill in the blind spots.

Advancing Accessibility in Digital Collections (ACRL/Choice360)
Accessibility is reshaping how digital collections are designed, delivered and experienced. This webinar brings together experts in UX design, editorial practice and archival work to explore practical, real‑world approaches to building more inclusive digital environments. Attendees will hear from partners at the British Library and Perkins School for the Blind, alongside AM’s accessibility and editorial teams, as the session highlights key factors shaping digital collections. It explores how platform design choices, editorial contributions to accessibility through site structure and design, and archival workflows influence usability and discoverability. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how equitable access, user engagement and user experience guide digital collection design.

Introduction to APHA’s Climate & Health Youth Education Toolkit for Programming, Engagement and Education (NNLM)
This webinar provides an overview of the climate and health education curriculum and resources developed by the American Public Health Association (APHA) Children’s Environmental Health Committee. It can be used by public health practitioners, librarians, teachers, and other professionals for educational programming, youth engagement, and as an interactive activity. The presenters will share best practices for implementing and adapting the toolkit.

Sunny Summer Reading (Booklist)
We’re all looking forward to summer sun, and with the new season comes new and amazing titles to boost your patrons’ summer reading! Join us for this free, one-hour webinar, full of all the best upcoming titles sure to beat the summer slide! Representatives from Drawn and Quarterly, Highlights, Charlesbridge and Simon & Schuster will present. Sarah Hunter, Editor for Books for Youth and Graphic Novels will host. Register now!

Resilience as ROI: How Leaders Turn Disruption into Long-Term Growth (Training Magazine Network)
Resilience has become one of the most valuable currencies in business, as leaders face constant change. This session explores how leaders can turn uncertainty, change and “perma-crises” into a strategic advantage by embedding resilience into their mindset, culture, and measurement frameworks. Session insights draw on metrics from Ragan Communications’ Annual Benchmark Report across thousands of leaders, along with CEO Diane Schwartz's conversations with executives at leading brands worldwide. Hear real-world lessons that can be translated into your unique resilience playbook with practical ways to strengthen trust, retention and reputation through a measurable ROI. Key Takeaways: Learn the five pillars of resilient leadership that help teams adapt and thrive during disruption; Explore how to measure resilience as ROI, linking communications outcomes to tangible business impact; Gain tools that build resilient cultures, from leadership messaging to employee engagement practices.

April 15

The Changing 2026 Regulatory Landscape for NGOs (TechSoup)
Cybersecurity and data protection are becoming increasingly tied to funding, compliance, and organizational credibility. In this session, we’ll explore how evolving requirements—from regional privacy laws to stricter expectations around data governance, consent, and accountability—are reshaping what NGOs need to do to protect communities and remain eligible for support. Our speaker, Andrés Rengifo, brings deep expertise in technology policy, legal affairs, and regulatory strategy across Latin America, and will help unpack what these shifts mean in practice for nonprofit organizations. This session is designed for nonprofit leaders, legal and operations teams, and anyone responsible for managing data, compliance, and organizational risk. Brazil’s LGPD and Colombia’s Law 1581 both regulate personal data processing, while Chile’s new personal data law was published in December 2024 and is scheduled to become fully effective in December 2026, making this a particularly timely moment for organizations working across the region.

Igniting the Brain: How Neuroarts Can Transform Your Library and Your Well‑Being (Niche Academy)
Join Rebecca Hass and Steve Mangum in this webinar introducing the growing field of neuroarts—where neuroscience meets creativity and recognizes how creative artistic experiences shape the brain, reduce stress, strengthen social connection, and support lifelong learning. In a time when many library workers face high workloads, emotional labor, and rising community needs, neuroarts offers evidence‑based approaches to support staff well‑being and prevent burnout. You’ll learn how creative practices can regulate the nervous system, replenish emotional reserves, and create space for joy and resilience in the workplace.

How to Communicate Clearly in Times of Change (Training Magazine Network)
We are operating in an era of continuous transformation. Nearly 90% of organizations are leading major change initiatives but less than a third see sustained results, and employees are reporting change fatigue. Unclear communication in change management conversations can lead to burnout, wasted time, and money. This means failing to align your company’s priorities and employees’ needs can be disastrous. The reality is explaining the “why”, managing resistance, and navigating sensitivities requires communication skills that support calm and confident connection when you’re put on the spot. So instead of freezing, rambling, or discovering the right answer 10 minutes too late… Join us as we introduce three Think On Your Feet® skills that help you: 1. Stay Focused: Delivering relevant information quickly and clearly; 2. Get Buy-In: Discussing important ideas confidently; 3. Respond to Tough Questions: Improving understanding and reducing conflict.

AI in Action: Unlocking AI Literacy Skills for Every Learner (Colorado State Library)
Join Rebecca Hass and Steve Mangum in this webinar introducing the growing field of neuroarts—where neuroscience meets creativity and recognizes how creative artistic experiences shape the brain, reduce stress, strengthen social connection, and support lifelong learning. In a time when many library workers face high workloads, emotional labor, and rising community needs, neuroarts offers evidence‑based approaches to support staff well‑being and prevent burnout. You’ll learn how creative practices can regulate the nervous system, replenish emotional reserves, and create space for joy and resilience in the workplace.

April 16

Getting Started with data.census.gov in the Classrooms (US Census)
This introductory session provides a brief overview of Census Bureau statistics and a practical walkthrough of data.census.gov. Designed for educators and researchers and also relevant to a general audience, the webinar will cover how to conduct a single search, apply filters to refine results, download data, and use the map feature. Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to quickly find and access Census Bureau statistics.

Orientation to Legal Research: Tracing Federal Regulations (LOC: Law Library)
This webinar is designed to give a basic introduction to legal sources and research techniques. This entry in the series provides an overview of U.S. federal regulations, including information about the notice and comment rulemaking process, the publication and citation of regulations, and the tracing of regulations from the Code of Federal Regulations to the proposed rule in the Federal Register, to the regulation’s docket.

Water Management 101: Safeguarding Collections in Small and Mid-Sized Institutions (Connecting to Collections)
Keeping water away from collections at small and mid-sized institutions is paramount to any collection caretaker’s job, but doing that isn’t always straightforward. A little knowledge of water management in buildings can go a long way, whether your collection is held in a state-of-the-art facility or a historic house.

Read to Succeed: Title Selections to Build Young Reader Interest and Growth (Booklist)
Learning to read is a process based in fundamental skills acquired through decodable texts and built through progressively challenging materials that ignite a passion for learning and spark creativity. Join Booklist for a free, one-hour webinar featuring titles that will build literacy development in young readers. We’ll be joined by representatives from DK, Cherry Lake Publishing Group, The Child’s World, Hachette Book Group, and Publisher Spotlight. From developing comprehension skills to utilizing accessible texts to build reader interest, these books are a must-have for your library or classroom—register now! Moderated by Booklist’s Books for Youth senior editor Julia Smith.

Work Smarter, Not Just Faster with AI: Using AI to Augment Your Fundraising Brain (Blackbaud)
Are you using AI to save time but worried about losing your edge? Recent research shows that over-relying on AI tools can weaken critical thinking and core workplace skills. For fundraisers, this matters: Your judgment, donor relationships, and strategic thinking are irreplaceable. This session offers a practical framework for working with AI while staying in the driver's seat. You'll learn when to automate routine tasks, when to use AI as a thought partner, and when to rely solely on your human expertise. We'll explore how to reinvest saved time into what matters most, including deeper donor relationships, strategic thinking, and mission impact while keeping your cognitive skills sharp. Whether you're just starting with AI or looking to use it more intentionally, you'll walk away with actionable techniques that align with your values and strengthen (rather than replace) your fundraising capabilities.

Acts of Science: Connected − Play Stall Catchers Online (SciStarter)
Help accelerate research on Alzheimer’s disease by playing a video game. All you need is curiosity. During this virtual event, you'll look at images of blood flow in the brain and mark whether vessels are flowing or stuck. Every image you review helps researchers analyze data faster and move research forward! This event is part of the Acts of Science: Connected signature series for Citizen Science Month 2026. No experience or special equipment required. All you need is a computer, tablet, or smartphone with Wi-Fi and curiosity! Recommended for ages 13+. Libraries, Museums, and Schools: Host an in-person watch-and-do party! Find everything you need at https://pages.scistarter.org/connected-facilitators.

April 17

Self-Doxxing and Defending Your Organization’s Identity Against Bad Actors (TechSoup)
As online attacks become more targeted and sophisticated, organizations need practical ways to protect both their people and their public identity. In this session, we’ll examine real-world examples of doxxing, cloning, and extortion, along with strategies to prevent harm, respond effectively, and build resilience. Our speaker, Vivian, brings deep expertise in digital citizenship, cybersecurity, and online safety, with a strong focus on protecting communities and organizations facing online hate and harassment. This session is designed for nonprofit leaders, community advocates, and anyone responsible for safeguarding their organization’s digital presence and people.

April 20

Introduction to Web Accessibility for Nonprofits (Nonprofit Learning Lab)
Make your digital content truly accessible to all supporters, clients, and community members. In this session, nonprofit leaders will explore essential accessibility concepts, common website challenges, and clear strategies to improve usability for people with disabilities. Walk away with practical guidance you can apply immediately to strengthen your online presence, increase engagement, and deepen your impact.

How Worksheets Support Active Learning in Ways That Screens Can’t: Myths, Busted! (edWeb)
The word “worksheet” often sparks immediate debate: Is it a vital classroom staple or just outdated busywork? In this edWebinar, we’ll move past the “drill-and-kill” stigma to reveal how high-quality printables actually serve as research-backed tools for active learning. We’ll explore the science behind why the brain often prefers the page, using physical “spatial landmarks” to anchor memory in ways that digital screens simply cannot replicate. You’ll discover how the right layout can reduce cognitive load, allowing students to focus on deep conceptual understanding and build the self-efficacy needed to thrive. This edWebinar will be of interest to PreK-8 teachers, librarians, curriculum developers, and special education specialists.

April 21

Designing Learning Walks as Professional Learning (edWeb)
In this edWebinar, presenters from the New Teacher Center outline a practical approach to learning walks as powerful professional learning for school teams. From preparation to observation to collaborative reflection to action, these steps ensure learning walks have legs. This session will provide a structure for classroom observations that result in meaningful instructional conversations. Support your team to engage in collective learning, with a focus on critical pre-walk planning, alignment during the walk, and post-walk analysis and action. This edWebinar will be of interest to K-12 school leaders, district leaders, professional learning leaders, instructional leaders, and curriculum specialists.

An Introduction to Congress.gov (LOC: Law Library)
This orientation is designed to give a basic overview of Congress.gov. While the focus of the session will be searching legislation and the Congressional member information attached to the legislation, the new features of Congress.gov will be highlighted.

Creating a Culture of Volunteer Engagement (Volunteer Match)
You can design the perfect volunteer opportunity, and screen and train the perfect volunteer, but if the culture of your organization isn't one that elevates and celebrates the work of volunteers, they probably won't stay. In this workshop you'll have the opportunity to explore where your organization's culture may be limiting, excluding, or even ignoring volunteers. Please plan on attending or watching the recording of the Kick Off session before attending.

Promising Picture Books (Booklist)
Picture books can be the starting point of turning young ones into avid readers, and we have just the thing to help you source the best ones for your patrons! Join us for this free, one-hour webinar sharing all the best picture books sure to engage even your most reluctant young readers! We’ll hear representatives from Waxwing Books, W. W. Norton & Co., Publisher Spotlight, Disney Publishing and Charlesbridge! Ronny Khuri, Senior Editor for Books for Youth, will host!

April 22

Emergency Management in Libraries (Nebraska Library Commission)
Emergencies/disasters can be either natural or man-made resulting in severe or minimal impact. Therefore, taking an all-hazards approach to emergency preparedness will help mitigate and reduce impact of these events. In addition to ensuring a state of readiness for the organization, having a well-established emergency preparedness program can ease anxieties and feelings of uncertainty for staff and patrons. If the staff is properly trained on how to respond during times of emergency, they will respond appropriately and be better prepared both at work and at home. Patrons visiting the libraries will be in better hands if the staff is knowledgeable of the organization’s emergency procedures. In this presentation, I will emphasize the importance of developing an emergency preparedness program and available resources, illustrate how to identify potential risks, and how to assess their impacts. I will also discuss various plans such as emergency operation plans and continuity of operations. We will also look at mitigation strategies to reduce future impacts and strengthen security.

It’s All Other Duties as Assigned: Mastering the Multifaceted Role of a Nonprofit Leader (Firespring)
Ever found yourself juggling a dozen hats, from strategic visionary to toilet cleaner? Welcome to the life of a nonprofit executive director! Join “Reformed Executive Director” Kiersten Hill in an invigorating breakout session designed to help you navigate the whirlwind of expectations and challenges that come with leading a nonprofit organization. We’ll delve into how this kind of servant leadership can both empower and hinder nonprofit leaders; and we’ll explore the delicate balance between passion and purpose—why it’s crucial to fuel both, how to align your work with these driving forces and how to set boundaries to avoid both burnout and saviorism. We’ll touch on how to foster collaboration among executive directors, staff, board members and other nonprofit leaders to achieve organizational goals, maintain sanity and build a brighter future together.

Tools Empowering the Workforce (GovLoop)
Equipping your teams with the right digital tools is one of the fastest ways to remove friction, streamline daily tasks, and boost overall productivity. But with so many solutions emerging, it can be tough to know which ones will actually make a measurable impact. Join us for an energizing session on practical, real‑world ways technology can help government teams collaborate better, stay organized, and focus on mission‑critical work.

Voices That Matter - Creating Equity-Centered Collections (All4Ed)
This session focuses on building inclusive, diverse collections that reflect student identities and protect intellectual freedom. Participants will learn how equity-centered collection development supports literacy, belonging, and the freedom to read.

Subversive Librarianship: Embedding Social Justice and DEI in Our Schools (ALA/AASL)
As education faces increasing political scrutiny, school librarians remain uniquely positioned to uphold diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in their buildings. This webinar will explore how librarians can subtly and strategically embed social justice principles into their work—advancing critical thinking, diverse representation, and inclusive learning spaces despite external pressures. Through practical strategies, participants will learn to navigate book bans, curriculum restrictions, and censorship while ensuring students have access to the knowledge and resources they need.

April 23

From Burnout to Breakthrough: Using AI and automation to reclaim 75% of your week (Charity Village)
Volunteer managers are currently facing a “perfect storm”: a rise in service demand, volunteer recruitment challenges, and increasingly complex compliance requirements. For many, the result is burnout. But what if the heaviest parts of your job – the constant scheduling back-and-forth, the manual screening, and the chasing of no-shows – could handle themselves? In this practical, 1-hour session, we’ll move past the AI hype to show you exactly how smart automation can act as a “digital coordinator” for your team. We will show you how organizations much like yours are growing their volunteer base, delivering more services and doing it all without asking too much from their dedicated and loyal team.

Exploring Census Data Webinar: Building a Data-Driven Business Plan (US Census)
Are you ready to turn numbers into a roadmap for success? Whether you’re a startup or an established firm, a data-driven business plan is your best tool for growth. Join us for a webinar to learn how to identify key data and develop a plan to make informed decisions. This session includes a live demo on how to access and use data tools. Engage with our experts during the live Q&A.

ADA and Libraries Webinar (Montana State Library)
This training introduces the core requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and how they apply to public libraries.

Making Room for More Stories: American Indian Family Engagement for Educators (PACER Center)
What stories do we carry into our classrooms—and where did they come from? This interactive virtual workshop will invite educators into a story circle experience centered on American Indian families, education, and community engagement. Through listening, reflection, and shared stories, participants will explore how “single stories” and assumptions shape our relationships with families and students. This is not a lecture. It’s a space to listen, sit with gentle discomfort, and consider how our practices might shift when we make room for many stories instead of just one. Participants will gain: A deeper understanding of how narratives shape family engagement; Tools for listening with curiosity rather than assumptions; Practical reflection questions to take back to their classrooms and schools.

April 27

How Web Visitors Digest Complex Information (Nonprofit Learning Lab)
Decades of research show that people approach complex information online completely differently than in print. Online readers scan rather than read, prioritize concise information, and navigate content in non-linear ways. This webinar will walk through the best practices shown through research, along with what it means for your own communications staff, writers, and subject matter experts as you write information.

Igniting Board Engagement for Fundraising Success (Productive Fundraising)
Join fundraising master trainer, Chad Barger, ACFRE, ACNP for a workshop focused on equipping and motivating your board members to be great fundraisers. You’ll learn how to help them get over their fear of fundraising and develop the fundraising habit. Accountability and follow through will also be discussed. The session includes tools and samples that you can use to start building a fundraising culture within your board.

Citizen Science: Journey North (SciStarter)
April is Citizen Science Month! Also called community science or participatory science, Kenosha Public Library has chosen Journey North to be our Citizen Science project for 2026. In this virtual program, Caroline Nickerson of SciStarter, will introduce the free tools and projects available on SciStarter.org including Journey North. By the end of the virtual program, attendees will be ready to participate in Journey North! What is Journey North? Journey North is a community science program of the UW-Madison Arboretum. Thousands of volunteers across North America will contribute observational data that help track wildlife migration and seasonal change.

April 28

The Bounce Back Factor: Navigating the Unknown with Confidence (Training Magazine Network)
The last few years have reshaped the workforce in ways we can’t ignore— 10 million people experienced a layoff, 1 in 5 is managing caregiving, and countless teams are navigating the ripple effects of uncertainty. For HR and talent leaders, that means culture is fragile, engagement is slipping, and the margin for error with leadership has never been smaller. In this one-hour session, we’ll return to the leadership basics that matter most right now: how to create stability when the future feels unstable, how to guide teams through disruption without losing trust, and how to model confidence when answers aren’t clear by teaching you about The Bounce Back Factor. You’ll walk away with practical tools to help your managers build healthier cultures, keep top performers engaged, and lead people through the unknown with resilience. Because when leaders learn to navigate uncertainty, they don’t just prevent turnover—they unlock stronger teams, better decisions, and a workplace where people can truly thrive.

“Now What?” Improving services and programs with pattern recognition (Libraries for Digital Equity)
You know your library program or service needs to change. Maybe it isn’t getting the result you want; maybe usage and attendance are falling despite past success. So where do you start? Pattern recognition is a basic but powerful skill that can help activate data of all kinds. Seeing the patterns in our past points us toward small changes that have big impacts on the future. In this interactive webinar, we’ll share five key questions for drawing out practical solutions from meaningless numbers. After learning the tools, attendees will practice using them in a real-world case study. Be prepared for 45 minutes of new ideas, engaged exploration, and hands-on learning.

SciENcv: An Introduction (NNLM)
Science Experts Network Curriculum Vitae (SciENcv) is an electronic system that helps researchers assemble the information needed to participate in federally funded research. This class will explain what SciENcv is, review vocabulary that is pertinent to SciENcv, explain why it is important for information professionals and researchers to know about it, and include a live walk-through of this tool.

Leading Your Team Through Change With Purpose (GovLoop)
Navigating change effectively starts with giving your teams clear direction, practical tools, and the confidence to adapt quickly. But leading through uncertainty requires more than a plan — you need strategies that resonate and help people move forward together. Join us for an engaging session on how to guide your workforce through moments of transition with clarity, resilience, and purpose.

Exploring Sensory Supports Beyond Fidgets (PACER Center)
In this one-hour webinar, we'll explore a variety of sensory tools that support focus, regulation, and comfort across everyday environments. Moving beyond traditional fidgets, participants will learn how sensory supports can be selected and used intentionally to enhance participation at home, school, work, and in the community.

Get Your Board to Help You Fundraise (Firespring)
Are you a nonprofit trying to fundraise with a board that’s not onboard to help? That can be frustrating because, in an ideal world, your board would be a well-oiled fundraising machine. If your board’s fundraising efforts are more like a college clunker than a luxury sedan, this webinar will help you kick things into gear.

Managing Changes and Volunteer Transitions (Volunteer Match)
What should you do when things change? Sometimes it can feel like even small changes create big shocks for your volunteers. In this workshop you'll explore how to plan for and introduce changes to volunteers. We'll also discuss strategies for unexpected or unplanned for changes to keep your volunteers engaged and informed - even when the future is unclear. This workshop is the third in the series. Please plan on attending or watching the first two workshops before attending this session.

April 29

Mission Ready Execution: Turning Leadership Development into Real Performance (Training Magazine Network)
Organizations invest heavily in leadership development, yet performance breakdowns persist. Decisions stall, accountability becomes unclear, and standards are applied inconsistently. The issue isn’t a lack of training, it’s a gap between leadership capability and real-world execution. You will learn how to define clear decision ownership, establish enforceable standards, and create structured leadership pathways tied directly to business outcomes. The session will also address how to reinforce these capabilities through scenario-based practice, leadership under pressure, and measurable performance tracking. By connecting leadership behavior to operational metrics such as decision speed, escalation patterns, and team effectiveness, organizations can ensure development efforts translate into sustained results. Grounded in the Mission Ready Execution Framework, this session focuses on building disciplined leadership habits that improve execution over time, not just knowledge in the moment. The result: leadership development that drives faster decisions, stronger accountability, and measurable business impact. Key Takeaways: Why traditional leadership training fails to improve performance; How to define decision ownership and reduce execution delays; Ways to reinforce standards and accountability through practice; How to measure leadership impact using operational metrics.

Communication Strategies to Support Collections and Budget Management (Georgia Library Association)
As budget management grows more challenging, we will need to communicate as successfully as possible to achieve the best possible outcomes. Communication with departments and administration about budget management and related changes to collections can be crucial to maintain constructive relationships and to improve cooperative planning. Academic libraries often rely on librarian liaisons to communicate directly with departments, but additional communication efforts are sometimes pursued. In this presentation, a panel from one library will run through a series of examples of communication strategies, tools and methods used to engage campus stakeholders with budget and collections management issues.

Funded Project Report Back on Indoor Air Quality Resources (NNLM)
Join partners from the Public Library of Brookline and the Hamden Public Library to hear how they introduced CO2 Monitoring Kits into their circulating collection. Panelists will discuss why they pursued these programs, how they catalogued the kits and introduced them to their communities, as well as lessons learned and what other libraries should know if they’re interested in pursuing a similar project. 

Just Listen: Using Listening Tours to Improve Workplace Culture (Niche Academy)
Mission-driven organizations like libraries and nonprofits serve many groups, but do leaders and administrators take time to think about the different groups within their workplaces? Employee work perspectives and personal contexts shape work lives but can be too nuanced to be captured by workplace climate surveys. Organizations should consider listening tours to learn from employees, in their own words, what is and is not working. Join Emily Mross and Carmen Cole as they discuss how they implemented a listening tour at their library. They will also provide information for conducting listening tours at other organizations. 

Literacy Awards Webinar: Bolstering K-12 Education Through Literacy Initiatives (Library of Congress)
The Literacy Awards Webinar Series showcases the 24 Winners and Honorees of the 2025 Literacy Awards Program. In this webinar, four organizations—CitySchools Collaborative, Digital Inquiry Group, Reading Assist and SML Good Neighbors—showcase how their work bolsters K-12 education.. 

April 30

Maximizing the Return on Information: How Data Powers Every Stage of Fundraising Success (Nonprofit Learning Lab)
In today's competitive philanthropic landscape, having access to data isn't enough; you need a strategy to turn that information into a tangible Return on Information. This webinar explores how organizations can leverage high-fidelity data to accelerate every stage of the donor journey, from initial discovery to the final ask. We will dive into how precision intelligence allows your team to validate existing research and dive deep into specific data points to uncover hidden donor gems. Participants will learn how to drive greater fundraising progress by identifying new prospects at all levels and optimizing portfolios to ensure gift officers are spending their time where it matters most. Beyond individual donor management, we'll discuss how to use these insights to secure new foundation proposals and execute bigger asks with total confidence. Join us to discover how to achieve significant research time savings and build a data-driven vision that fuels long-term organizational expansion.

Info2Go! Ethics of AI (Idaho Commission for Libraries)
Reed Hepler from the College of Southern Idaho Library has come across multiple questions and concerns in libraries and schools throughout Idaho, and largely these form three categories: copyright, citation, and circumspection regarding quality control, privacy, information literacy, etc. This webinar will be an active discussion about these issues.