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Learn @ Lunch: Intellectual Freedom Basics for Libraries Online

Freedom to Read! Book Challenges! Reconsideration Forms! Is your library prepared?

 Join us for an inspiring and timely workshop on protecting intellectual freedom in today’s challenging landscape.
Deidre Caparoso, Assistant Professor and Outreach & Community Engagement Librarian at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Library & Informatics Center, and Julia Kelso, Director of the Vista Grande Public Library, will share real-world insights into the current threats facing intellectual freedom—and the practical steps public libraries can take to safeguard this essential professional value.

Don’t miss the chance to participate live. Bring your questions, exchange ideas, and connect with library colleagues from across New Mexico in an interactive, supportive learning session.

Date:
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Time:
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Time Zone:
Mountain Time - US & Canada (change)
Online:
This is an online event. Event URL will be sent via registration email.
Audience:
  Library Directors     Library Staff     Rural Library Directors     Tribal Libraries     Youth Services Staff  
Categories:
  General Interest  

Registration is required. There are 39 seats available.

Event Organizer

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Ada Negraru

Continuing Education Coordinator

New Mexico State Library

1209 Camino Carlos Rey, Santa Fe, NM 87507

ada.negraru@dca.nm.gov

505)476-9720

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