President’s Message
Dearest APALA members,
While the last few weeks have been particularly challenging for many of us, I want to take a moment to reflect on the variety of accomplishments our organization has achieved over the past few months. Together, we ensure that we promote the visibility and contributions of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander library staff and advance the interests of our communities.
Announcements & News
- As we approach Giving Tuesday, consider supporting AAPI voices in libraries! Your donations uplift our communities and make a real impact. apala.wildapricot.org/donate
- Join APALA for the online workshop: Understanding & Maximizing AANHPI Mental Health with Dr. Helen Hsu, Psy.D. on Monday, Dec. 2, 2024. Full announcement and registration link here.
- Talk Story releases prompt cards to help people share stories and share cultures around Talk Story values. Read more and view or print the cards here.
- The APALA Scholarships and Awards Committee is excited to announce the recipients of the 2024 ATALM Awards: Leah Choi and Leialani Wihongi-Santos! Read the full announcement here.
- In fall 2024, the University of Illinois hosted a number of youth literature-related events including the book launch of APALA member Dr. Sarah Park Dahlen’s award-winning co-edited anthology, Harry Potter and the Other: Race, Justice, and Difference in the Wizarding World.
APALA’s Commitment to Justice, Freedom and Resilience
Creating and Celebrating Connections – A Reflection on Spectrum and ALA Annual