Connecticut State Library

The Connecticut State Library (CSL) will lead a two-year, team-based experiential learning program with partners Innovation Builders (IB) and TechInPedagogy to improve library professionals' skills in leadership and community engagement in the Northeast. CSL will offer multiple progressive, in-person training and coaching sessions for as many as 96 participants from up to 18 public, academic, and special libraries, with one of the trainings hosted by the Connecticut State Library and a second training hosted by the Rhode Island State Library. The training will be comprised of three in-person sessions that are each followed by two months of fieldwork and concluded with a six month supported implementation phase. In addition, the team will lead a standalone bootcamp for additional participants from participating libraries and an intensive Facilitator Certification training for 6-8 participants who have already completed the Core Program.