Upcoming Events
- October 28, 2026 – Navigating Menopause in the Library Workplace
- November 17, 2026 – Shifting Landscapes in Late Career Librarianship
Navigating Menopause in the Library Workplace
Date: October 28, 2026
Times: Part One, 10:00am – 11:30am ET // Part Two, 12:30pm – 2:00pm ET
Location: Online
A two-part virtual series aimed at investigating a stage of life that happens to many library workers – menopause! The first session is a candid, practical session for employees navigating perimenopause and menopause — and anyone who wants to better understand what the people around them may be experiencing. The second session offers a leadership-focused approach that moves from awareness into action, including workplace culture, accommodations, benefits, supportive communication, policy considerations and practical steps organizations can take.
- Session 1 – Menopause at Work: What’s Actually Happening to Me
- Session 2 – Building a Menopause-Supportive Workplace: From Conversation to Policy
Intended Audience: Library workers, supervisors, managers, HR professionals, and anyone interested in creating healthier, more supportive library workplace cultures,.
Shifting Landscapes in Late Career Librarianship
Date: November 17, 2026
Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm ET
Location: Online
As librarians approach the later stages of their careers, they bring with them a wealth of knowledge, experience, and hard-earned wisdom. This virtual panel shares the opportunities and challenges that often accompany late-career librarianship, with strategies for navigating this career phase with intention and confidence.
A panel of seasoned and retired library professionals will:
– discuss transferring institutional knowledge
– reflect on remaining engaged in advocacy efforts
– share meaningful ways to stay connected to the library community after retirement.
Whether you’re actively planning your next chapter or simply beginning to think about what comes next, this conversation will offer practical advice and inspiration for building a lasting legacy while embracing new possibilities.
Intended Audience: Late career library workers, supervisors, managers, leaders, retirees, and anyone interested in winding down or embracing change in their library career.
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