Wright namedLeadership Fellow
Following the review of 130 applications, members of the Public Library Association Leadership Development Committee chose 28 exceptional PLA Leadership Fellows to attend the upcoming PLA Leadership Academy "Navigating Change, Building Community" March 20-24 in Portland, Ore. Among the esteemed participants will be Bella Vista Public Library librarian Roxie Wright.
The PLA Leadership Academy is a program developed in partnership with the International City and County Management Association and Adam Goodman, director of the Center for Leadership, Northwestern University, Evanston, Ill., with support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
This career-changing program is designed to empower public librarian participants with the knowledge necessary to be innovative and successful leaders of change. Its groundbreaking focus develops the skills needed to work with municipal officials to enhance the position and effectiveness of the library and its activities within the community.
PLA is the largest association dedicated to supporting the unique and evolving needs of public library professionals. Founded in 1944, PLA serves nearly 9,000 members in public libraries large and small in communities across the United States and Canada, with a growing presence around the world. PLA strives to help its members shape the essential institution of public libraries by serving as an indispensable ally for public library leaders.
General News on 02/22/2017