Growing OkraOut: A Case Study Lessons from 5 Years of Collaborative Design, Development, and Implementation While Building an LGBTQ+ Library Outreach Program.

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Title:	Growing OkraOut: A Case Study Lessons from 5 Years of Collaborative Design, Development, and Implementation While Building an LGBTQ+ Library Outreach Program.
Authors:	Ussery, Afton Fawn¹ fussery@deltastate.edu, Dahman, Sofiya Petrova² spdahman@memphis.edu
Source:	College & Research Libraries. Jul2024, Vol. 85 Issue 5, p776-790. 15p.
Subject Terms:	*COVID-19 pandemic, Library outreach programs, LGBTQ+ communities, Acquisition of data, Sustainable development
Abstract:	In the past five years, Delta State University’s academic library has made significant efforts to develop sustainable outreach programs that support the LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer+) community. This program has increased the library’s visibility and enhanced its image among its students, faculty, and staff. The article describes the outreach program’s effort, and the collected data will provide a framework for others interested in designing and hosting such programs, including adaptability during the COVID-19 pandemic. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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Abstract:	In the past five years, Delta State University’s academic library has made significant efforts to develop sustainable outreach programs that support the LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer+) community. This program has increased the library’s visibility and enhanced its image among its students, faculty, and staff. The article describes the outreach program’s effort, and the collected data will provide a framework for others interested in designing and hosting such programs, including adaptability during the COVID-19 pandemic. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
ISSN:	00100870