This program will address Arkansas LGBTQ+ history as featured on the CALS Encyclopedia of Arkansas, with a focus on LGBTQ+ individuals connected to Arkansas.
Learning outcomes for attendees include:
- Increased confidence in navigating and utilizing the Encyclopedia of Arkansas.
- Greater familiarity and comfort with Arkansas LGBTQ+ history.
- Opportunity to ask questions and address individual concerns during a Q&A session.
The program fits the conference theme by highlighting the importance of understanding the struggles and successes of LGBTQ+ individuals, especially in the context of current book-banning debates. This relevance underscores the role of LGBTQ+ communities within library staff, patrons, and challenged authors.
