Diversity Equity Inclusion

Capital District Library Council (CDLC) is committed to creating diverse, equitable, and inclusive practices in all aspects of its programming, education, operations, and staffing. We believe that promoting and supporting a diverse workforce in the local information industry is a benefit to our members and their communities. Services will not be denied to CDLC members based on, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, spiritual beliefs and traditions, or military status. CDLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Approved by Board Feb 18, 2022

Why Public Libraries Should Support Black Lives Matter

Fighting Medical Racism: Academic librarians have a role in educating students and faculty

Rethinking Police Presence: Libraries consider divesting from law enforcement

Librarians in the 21st Century: It is Becoming Impossible to Remain Neutral

Why Social Justice in the Library? The case for shifting library policy, practice, and culture toward radical inclusivity

Never Neutral: Critical librarianship and technology

Diversity and Inclusion in Libraries: More Than Books on the Shelves

Did you really just say that? Here's advice on how to confront microaggressions, whether you're a target, bystander or perpetrator

Diversity in Public Libraries Strategies for Achieving a More Representative Workforce

Effective Retention Strategies for Diverse Employees

On Being Black in Librarianship

The Quest for Diversity in Library Staffing: From Awareness to Action

Ten Ways White People Can Support Black Coworkers

Tool: Interrupting Microaggressions

American Indian Library Association

Asian Pacific American Librarians Association

Black Caucus American Library Association 

CALA: Chinese American Library Association 

Joint Council of Libraians of Color 

New York Black Librarians' Caucus 

NYLA Coalition for Library Workers of Color 

REFORMA