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05/29/2026

The Mississippi Library Association invites librarians, library staff, educators, students, and community partners to submit program proposals for the 2026 Virtual Conference.

This year’s theme, Future Ready: Stronger Together, focuses on collaboration, innovation, and preparing our libraries and communities for what’s next. We’re looking for engaging, practical, and forward-thinking sessions that highlight how we can grow stronger through shared knowledge, partnerships, and creative approaches to service.

Proposal Deadline: June 30th, 2026

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
We welcome proposals from all library types, including public, school, academic, archives, and special libraries. Sessions may include (but are not limited to):

- Innovative programming ideas and success stories
- Community partnerships and outreach strategies
- Equity, access, and inclusion in library services
- Technology trends and digital literacy
- Staff development, leadership, and workplace culture
- Marketing, advocacy, and funding strategies
- Future-focused services and emerging roles of libraries

WHY PRESENT?
Presenting is a great way to:

- Share your work and ideas with colleagues across the state
- Contribute to the growth and strength of Mississippi libraries
- Build your professional network
- Gain presentation experience in a supportive, virtual environment
- Presenters get a $10 discount on conference registration!

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- All sessions will be presented virtually
- Presenters must be available on October 22 or 23, 2026
- Selected presenters will be notified by mid-July 2026

Have an idea but feel unsure? We encourage you to submit! Whether you’re a first-time presenter or a seasoned speaker, your experience and perspective are valuable.

SUBMIT A PROPOSAL HERE: https://tinyurl.com/MLA2026Proposals

04/24/2026

“Find Your Joy,” is an invitation for people of all backgrounds to explore and discover what sparks joy in them at the library. The theme amplifies a message that is ever-present in Threets’ viral videos about the innumerable ways people can find joy in the library and in his debut picture book, "I’m So Happy You’re Here: A Celebration of Library Joy."

During National Library Week, April 19-25, 2026, discover your library joy.

• Stop by your library and bring someone with you.
• Help a friend sign up for a library card. It’s one small step that opens up endless possibilities.
• Explore something new: a book, a program, a class, or a conversation. From storytimes to makerspaces, author talks to job support, libraries are places where curiosity and connection come to life.

Source: https://www.ala.org/conferencesevents/celebrationweeks/natlibraryweek

04/23/2026

Today is Take Action for Libraries Day!

Our libraries do so much more than provide books—they offer access to technology, lifelong learning, job resources, community programs, and safe, welcoming spaces for all. But these vital services depend on strong community support and advocacy.

💡 What does it mean to take action?
It means speaking up, showing up, and sharing why your library matters.

Here’s how you can help today:
📢 Reach out to local leaders and advocate for library funding
💬 Share your favorite library story or memory
🤝 Support your Friends of the Library group
📚 Visit, check out materials, or attend a program

Every action—big or small—helps ensure libraries continue to educate, inspire, and connect our communities.

Be a voice for your library today!

Explore how you can help advocate for libraries here: ala.org/showup
Ten Easy Steps to Library Advocacy: https://www.mlc.lib.ms.us/advocacy/ten-easy-steps-to-library-advocacy/

04/22/2026

Today, we celebrate the many ways libraries connect with our community beyond their walls. From outreach visits and pop-up libraries to community partnerships and homebound services, they're proud to bring resources, information, and opportunities to everyone—wherever they are.

Outreach is all about making sure access to knowledge and services is available to all, and Mississippi's libraries are honored to serve our community in meaningful and impactful ways every day.

04/21/2026

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 is National Library Workers Day (NLWD), a time to recognize library professionals for their expertise and leadership skills in transforming lives and communities through education and lifelong learning. The day also reminds the public that library workers serve as community compasses that lead users to endless opportunities for engagement, enrichment, and development.

From helping patrons find their next great read to organizing programs, answering questions, and creating welcoming spaces for all, our library workers do it all—and they do it with passion and care.

Please join us in thanking our amazing library workers for everything they do to support our community every single day. We appreciate you more than words can say!

04/20/2026

The freedom to read is still being challenged: From January 2025 through March 2026, more than 100 pro-censorship bills were introduced in state legislatures. At least 40 bills would penalize libraries and library workers with lawsuits, fines, or even jail time for protecting people’s the right to read.

Since 2021, the American Library Association's Office for Intellectual Freedom has tracked an astonishing increase in censorship attempts in libraries and schools around the country, impacting thousands of titles annually. The data shows that the majority of book censorship attempts are now originating from organized movements. In 2024, pressure groups and government entities that include elected officials, board members, and administrators initiated 72% of demands to censor books in school and public libraries. Data for 2025 will be released on Right to Read Day.

But while the challenges we face are real, so is the growing network of individuals and organizations who continue to win victories, share strategies, and build momentum to protect the right to read everywhere.

Because of your hard work we’ve seen meaningful progress in courts, in legislatures, and in local communities. Even when things are tough, we keep showing up to fight for the freedom to read and strengthening the movement together.

Right to Read Day is a time to celebrate our wins and take action against book bans!

Source: https://uniteagainstbookbans.org/right-to-read-day/

04/19/2026

Celebrate National Library Week 2026

Libraries are more than just books—they’re places to connect, learn, and grow. This National Library Week, we’re celebrating finding your joy at the library!

"I love libraries enthusiastically every week! To serve as Honorary Chair for National Library Week takes that enthusiasm to a whole new level. Celebrating libraries, thanking library workers, visiting libraries is how I find my joy. There are so many library kids and library grown-ups who have yet to fully embrace their library joy, and I am so excited for them! When they enter the world of libraries and stories, I am confident they will find not only their library joy but their courage to believe in their own story and maybe even share it with others." —Mychal Threets

We’d also like to extend a special thank you to Governor Tate Reeves for officially recognizing National Library Week across Mississippi with his proclamation. Your support helps highlight the vital role libraries play in our communities!

Stop by your local library to explore new reads, discover programs, and take a moment to meet the friendly faces behind the desk. Whether you’re a lifelong reader or just getting started, there’s something here for everyone.

Join us all week long as we celebrate the power of libraries to bring communities together.

04/13/2026

Archivist and Special Collections Librarian
Mississippi University for Women — Fant Memorial Library
Columbus, MS

Job Description:
The W’s Fant Memorial Library invites applications for a open-track faculty appointment to lead the Beulah Culbertson Archives & Special Collections unit. As a part of a team committed to making the library a welcoming and accessible place for patrons and employees, this position develops, promotes, and implements innovative and inclusive services and resources for special collections and archives. This includes oversight of the Martha Jo Mims Digitization & Conservation Lab and Beulah Culbertson Archives and Special Collections.

As a faculty member, this position reports to the Dean of Library Services. The candidate is expected to build a comprehensive record of service, progressive scholarly contributions, and professional achievement to fulfill the University requirements for retention, tenure and promotion.

Minimum Qualifications:
- Tenure-track candidates must have a Master’s degree in Library Science/Archival Science from an ALA-accredited program (or equivalent) OR a terminal degree in a related field
- Instructor-level candidates must already have a related master’s degree, with a terminal degree in progress. They will have an opportunity to become a tenure-track professor once the degree is complete, with years worked applied toward tenure.
- Coursework or a specialization in archival management
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, management, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:
- 1 year of experience working in an academic archive or museum
- Experience with all aspects of archival operations, including acquisitions, collection development, processing, preservation, reference and instruction, and outreach
- Experience training, supervising, and evaluating professional staff and/or student employees
- Experience with best practices for management of born-digital records
- Experience developing vision, setting priorities, strategic planning, and managing change
- Experience with relevant standards for archival description and cataloging, including DACS, EAD, and MARC
- Experience with library services platforms, digital collection management systems, and/or preservation management systems, such as ArchivesSpace, Bepress Digital Commons, and Springshare LibApps

To apply: https://muw.peopleadmin.com/postings/6868

01/21/2026

Social Media Coordinator
Mississippi Library Commission
Jackson, MS

About position
The Mississippi Library Commission is seeking a creative, tech-savvy, and highly motivated Social Media Coordinator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing social media strategies to enhance our online presence, engage with our community, and promote the Commission's services as well as assisting Mississippi public libraries with their promotional and marketing needs. This role requires a passionate individual who can effectively communicate the value of libraries and foster a vibrant online community.

Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree. Hiring agency's preferred qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. May require a valid Mississippi driver’s license. Experience managing social media platforms for a brand or organization.

What you'll need to be Successful
Successful Candidate is a team player, have a good attitude, are willing to learn and grow, have an attention to detail. Strong writing, editing, and content creation skills, including graphics and short-form video. Proficiency in graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Video editing software, etc.). Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Knowledge of library services and a passion for promoting literacy and community engagement is a plus.

To apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mississippi/jobs/5198097/social-media-coordinator

12/15/2025

Deputy Director
Mississippi Library Commission
Jackson, MS

Position Overview
The Deputy Director oversees multiple departments within the agency and provides strategic leadership, administrative oversight, and organizational support for programs and divisions within the agency. This role works closely with the Executive Director to develop and implement statewide initiatives, set agency priorities, manage resources, and cultivate partnerships with libraries, government agencies, and statewide stakeholders while ensuring excellent customer service across programs and divisions.

Key Responsibilities
• Provide leadership and direction to assigned departments, ensuring high-quality statewide library services.
• Manage agency program development.
• Assist in developing and implementing strategic plans, policies, and statewide initiatives.
• Monitor performance metrics and evaluate departmental effectiveness.
• Support staff development, training, and positive workplace culture.
• Represent MLC in statewide meetings, professional organizations, and public presentations as needed.
• Serve as Acting Executive Director in the Director’s absence.

Preferred Experience
• Public library management
• Governmental finance and budgeting
• Human Resources
• Building and facilities operations
• Technology and digital services
• Public relations
• Public speaking

Required Qualifications
• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program.
• 5+ years of experience in library administration.
• Experience in team leadership and mentoring.
• Strong background in finance and budgeting, including oversight of departmental or organizational budgets.
• Experience with program management, including planning, evaluation, and reporting.
• Working knowledge of human resources practices and staff supervision.
• Experience with building operations or coordinating with facilities/maintenance teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

What You’ll Need to be Successful
• Experience working with state agencies, grants, or statewide library programs.
• Familiarity with Mississippi public libraries and statewide library service structures.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies, strategic planning, or process improvement.
• Ability to handle unique problems and situations. Personal Attributes
• Strong leadership presence and ability to motivate and guide diverse teams.
• Commitment to equitable, accessible library services for all communities.
• Ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders, partner organizations, and local libraries.
• Adaptable, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Sound judgment in interpreting complex information, including legislation.
• Solid organizational and workflow management capabilities with proven leadership and collaboration skills, and a high level of attention to detail.

Salary and Benefits
Salary range is $91,000 to $105,000 dependent on experience with state benefits. This is a Non-State Service position.

To apply: Submit a letter of intent with a resume to [email protected].

Interviews will be ongoing until the position is filled

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