Public Library Service Alabama

The Alabama Public Library Service Will Use Funds to Support the Goals of Their Five-year Plan for Fy 2023-2027, Which Reflect the Purposes and Priorities of the Library Services and Technology Act (lsta). in Alabama, Specific Goals Address: 1) Strengthening the Capacity, Staff Expertise and Board Effectiveness of Alabama Public Libraries Through Training, Continuing Education, and Other Learning and Networking Opportunities for Library Staff and Trustees in Order to Advance the Delivery of Library and Information Services; 2) Supporting Library Programs, Services, Collections and Partnerships That Promote Learning and Literacy; Serve Children, Youth, Adults and Families, Including Underserved Populations; and Enhance Education, Civic Engagement, Cultural Opportunities and Economic Vitality of Alabama and Its Residents; and 3) Providing Information Access to All Populations Through the Provision of Statewide Access to Electronic Resources and Cooperative Services, Enabling Technology, and Increased Public Awareness and Use of Libraries for Information Access, Knowledge, Ideas and Cultural Heritage.