National Library Week We're asking library advocates to pledge to get informed, get registered, and get ready to vote! I am a reader. I am a voter. I will be registered, informed, and ready to vote in all local, state, and federal elections during 2024 and beyond. #BCALA #ALA

#NationalLibraryWorkersDay
Libraries do more than house the materials we borrow. Today as always, library workers are masters of research. Thank you to all of our members across the country. #BCALA #Celebrate #BCALA Proud

#WomensHistoryMonth - Jade Powers, Hugh Kaul curator, brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to her role, showcasing the invaluable contributions of black women in the arts.
#BlackWomeninArt #blackculture #Museums #Libraries

INTL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE OF THE VICTIMS OF SLAVERY & THE TRANSATLANTIC SLAVE TRADE
3/25 is set aside to honor & remember those who suffered, died during slavery. Also raises awareness about the dangers of racism and prejudice. #BCALA #Remembrance 10millionnames.org/about-10-milli…

📣We’re happy to announce that Nikole Hannah Jones (Ida Bae Wells) will be joining us for the 12th National Conference of African American Librarians (NCAAL XII). Have you registered? Visit ncaal.org to learn more. Early Bird discount rate available until 4/17/24!

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‼️New Today: “The number of titles targeted for censorship surged 65 percent in 2023 compared to 2022 […]The new numbers released today show efforts to censor 4,240 unique book titles in schools and libraries.” Source: ala.org/news/press-rel… Image Source: UniteAgainstBookBans

🎉 Sage and the Joint Council of Librarians of Color have extended a partnership to provide $2,000 scholarships to LIS students from the 5 National Associations of Librarians of Color, which includes BCALA, AILA, APALA, CALA, & REFORMA! More info here: group.sagepub.com/press-releases…

nationaltoday.com/national-readi… #Read ing #Literacy #Books #Read #Read ersAreLeaders #BCALA

👋🏿 Exciting Reminder: Registration for the National Conference of African American Librarians XII (NCAAL XII) is now open! Please visit our website ncaal.org to register. We’re ready to let the good times roll in New Orleans in July 24-27, 2024!

#BCALA Supports International Women's Day! #IWD2024

Registration (conference & hotel) for #NCAALXII is open.
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“Culture Keepers XII: Unity in Diversity – Stronger Together in the African Diaspora'

Cyndee Sturgis Landrum & IMLS colleagues, Laura Huerta Migus & Anthony Smith, on PBS Books International African American Museum & Syracuse University scholar, Dr. LaVerne Gray's. #familyhistory research. #BCALAProud !
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Mardi Gras Black History (continued): Angelika Martin, Lionell Daggs, and La’Nasha Tanner of Zulu in 1994. Photo by: Eliot Kamenitz - Accessed from the Times-Picayune Archive. 3/3. Learn more about Zulu here: neworleans.com/event/krewe-of…

Mardi Gras Black History (continued): Henry Berry was King Zulu in 1971 and Cecelia Landor was queen. They presided at the Coronation Ball of the Zulu Social Aid & Pleasure Club at the Royal Sonesta Hotel. Photo by: Jerry Lodriguss - Accessed from the Times-Picayune Archive. 2/3

⚜️Happy Mardi Gras, y’all! The Krewe of Zulu started in 1909 and The Zulu Parade continues to be a showstopper and one of the most anticipated parades in the city. From the coconuts to the costumes and the grandiose traditions, Zulu is a part of Black History in Louisiana. 1/3

#HappyBirthday #AliceWalker #Writer #Author #AwardWinner #BlackHistory #BlackHistory 365
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🗳️ BCALA proudly endorses Raymond (Ray) Pun for ALA President 2025-2026. Ray (he/him) is a BCALA life member and has collaborated with many BCALA members over the past several years. Let’s go, Ray! Learn more about him on his website raypun.info. #RayLA #Yay4Ray

🧐 Adding to your reading list to learn more about Black history this year? Check out this amazing list from the folks over at the NDN Collective: Books by Black and afro-Indigenous authors - ndncollective.org/10-books-by-bl…

We celebrate Black History everyday as well as all month long 🤎 in librarianship, in archives, in books, speaking our truth and telling our stories. We celebrate our accomplishments within our own communities and the country and world at large. ✊🏿