Advocacy

One way in which RAILS supports member libraries is by helping them demonstrate their value to their different stakeholders.

Videos You Can Use

"Elders of the Internet" starring Nick Offerman
"Dreams Take Flight" - All Versions

Illinois Libraries: Agencies of Impact

A look at the quantifiable impact of Illinois libraries, for use by library staff, board members, and community advocates.

Illinois Libraries: Agencies of Impact (PDF)

Accessible, text-only version.

For printed copies, contact communications@railslibraries.org.

School Library Advocacy Toolkit

This is a header for the School Library Advocacy Toolkit. It includes a bullhorn in the top left. An image of three people in the bottom left. An exclamation image in the top right and a heart in the bottom right. The words School LIbrary Advocacy Toolkit are included along with Brought to you by the Illinois Partnership for School Libraries.

Brought to you by the Illinois Partnership for School Libraries, the School Library Toolkit includes resources and information that can help school library workers advocate for their school library.

Blog Submissions

If you have an idea for an advocacy blog post, please contact RAILS Communications, communications@railslibraries.org.