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Conference preview, Sophia Thakur, advocacy after COVID-19
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CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHT

ALA Virtual (June 24–26), the Association's first-ever online-only member engagement event, kicks off today. Read our preview for the can’t-miss programs, speakers, awards, and social networking opportunities.

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WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY

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Poet, model, and motivational speaker Sophia Thakur, author of the forthcoming poetry collection Somebody Give This Heart a Pen, has been described as “this generation’s first poetry influencer.” 1–1:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 24.

Panelists will discuss providing services for the transgender community at their libraries, starting with how they established a need for transgender programs and services in their community. 1:30–2:15 p.m. Wednesday, June 24.

Join staff from ALA’s Public Policy and Advocacy Office for a discussion on the impact of COVID-19 on the US Census and 2020 election. 2:30–3:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 24.

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Our latest podcast episode features Coretta Scott King Book Award–winning illustrators April Harrison and James E. Ransome, who will be honored at the joint Book Award Celebration on Sunday.

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