In January 2019, the American Library Association (ALA) on behalf of its members adopted sustainability as a core value of librarianship. To be truly sustainable, a community must embody practices that are environmentally sound AND economically feasible AND socially equitable.
The Research Institute for Public Libraries (RIPL) aims to teach library staff how to gather data, analyze it, and create plans that best serve their communities. A RIPL bootcamp is coming to Columbia March 31 through April 1.
Recent ransomware attacks targeting library systems in South Carolina are the latest in a string of attacks affecting local government agencies. The increasing number of these types of attacks highlights the serious importance of making cyber preparedness a significant priority and taking the necessary steps to secure library networks against threats.
The South Carolina State Library is pleased to announce a new series of workshops (December 2019 – March 2020) to be held at regional locations around the state, focusing on basic library skills. The workshops are aimed at library support staff, those who are new to libraries, and individuals who would like to just brush up their skills.
The South Carolina State Library is offering a fresh perspective on library services like reading through the lens of family nutrition, food choices, and cooking. People of all ages can enjoy reading, hearing and learning about new foods and culinary adventures in the always unexpected public library!
The South Carolina State Library is pleased to announce that it now provides workshop attendees and South Carolina public libraries access to an FM Assistive Listening System.
Make a difference in South Carolina libraries in 2020! You can make a difference by bringing your knowledge, energy, and expertise in libraries to SCLA. Serving as a SCLA Executive Board officer allows you the opportunity to help South Carolina libraries by shaping the future of library service in our state.
This two-day training is suitable for program managers, quality assurance experts, content specialists, or anyone interested in gaining a deep understanding of web accessibility.
The South Carolina State Library has purchased access for South Carolina library staff members to the upcoming Uncovering Privilege and Addressing Microaggressions webinar offered by the American Library Association Office for Diversity, Literacy and Outreach Services. South Carolina library staff members may register online to attend this webinar at the 
This workshop will last 60 minutes and take place on Tuesday, April 30, 2019, in two identical sessions:
Many South Carolina State Library programs, resources, and services are supported in whole or in part by a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services.
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