Leading Girls in Technology: A Transformative Solution for Libraries

Per ALA\u27s Office of Diversity, in 2010 87.2% of librarians identified as white. ALA\u27s Maureen Sullivan adds, To continue to serve the nation\u27s increasingly diverse communities, our libraries and the profession must reflect this diversity...This is a matter of urgency for all of us. Increasing the diversity of our library workforce is paramount to ensuring the best future for our profession and those we serve. To do so, we first need a diverse candidate pool. Attracting people who may not otherwise consider librarianship is the key. To that end, our library has been exploring opportunities to encourage underrepresented populations to engage with technology while at the same exposing them to careers in library science. Come hear about the development and outcomes of our library-hosted, 5-day, affordable, high quality technology day camp for a diverse cohort of young women