Talking to elected officials can be intimidating. You feel so strongly about libraries, but what should you say? Urban Librarians Unite is trying to make this easier for you with our new Elected Officials Database. *If you find an error, want to help us with continuing the research, or are interested in setting up a … Read more
If you’re reading this post, you are likely all too familiar with our line of work and probably know that our days can be… unpredictable. Patrons and community members can come to us in moments of distress, resulting in circumstances that require de-escalation. While we never want tensions in libraries to rise, sometimes they do. … Read more
On May 23, join our teach-in at BPL Central Library in Brooklyn, hosted with The People’s Plan to address budget-related concerns affecting our libraries. Learn actionable steps to maintain services like weekend operation. Light snacks and refreshments provided. RSVP for the 7-8 pm event at Info Commons Training Lab.
New York City’s Mayor Adams’ budget cuts impair the library services, particularly impacting working families, children, seniors and those in need. The discontinuation of Sunday library services disproportionately affects these groups who depend on these resources. Residents are encouraged to gather on December 17th to challenge these cuts and advocate for the restoration of essential library services.
Urban Librarians Unite (ULU) opposes Mayor Adams’ decision to cut the city budget by 5%, warning it could harm libraries and communities. ULU criticizes the mayor’s tactic of blaming asylum seekers for the budget cut and urges him to find equitable solutions. They reiterate their commitment to advocate for a fair city budget that strengthens the community.
We are excited to welcome Elizabeth Ashkinazi and Shakila Islam to Urban Librarians Unite this summer! They are joining us as interns from the CUNY Career Launch program. CUNY Career Launch allows for students who have not had substantial paid internship experience to demonstrate what they have learned in the classroom and apply it to … Read more
Did you know that the per capita library funding in NYC is approximately half the state average? New York City deserves better. Better library funding for operating budgets, better library buildings, increased programming, more technology access, you get the point. Today at Noon the NYC Council Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and Intergroup Relations will … Read more
Last week the Wall Street Journal published an article detailing how many NYC schools are in violation of state regulations requiring a school librarians in each secondary school. It was quickly covered by other outlets as well. Wall Street Journal NY1 The Atlantic Epoch Times The NYC DOE has certified school librarians in only half … Read more
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