Libraries work hard to make sure everyone in their community can find and use the resources they need. That commitment extends to the digital world, too, but figuring out where to start with web accessibility can feel overwhelming. The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), can help clarify what accessible digital content in your library looks like. These guidelines build on previous standards and reflect the needs of users with a wide range of disabilities, including cognitive, motor, and visual differences.

As the New Year gets underway, many of us are looking back on what we did and where we want to go next. At WebJunction, that reflection has a practical purpose: helping us plan for what comes next. We looked at what learning content you engaged with most—what topics seemed most urgent, where we saw the highest enrollment, and which webinars sparked the most interest. Together, this tells us what’s top of mind for you across the library field and help guide how we shape learning opportunities in the year ahead.

It's a great time to put a learning opportunity on your calendar, and you'll have plenty of choices this month. 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.

The Reference Interview, the newest course in the Library Foundational Training (LiFT) program, introduces learners to the reference interview, a service that library staff can provide to connect with users and meet their information needs. This on-demand course prepares learners to confidently approach reference work with clarity, empathy, and practical strategies they can use right away.