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In this episode, the hosts welcome back Jamia Williams, co-creator and co-host of the podcast LibVoices, which amplifies the voices of Black, indigenous, and people of color who work in archives and libraries. This time around, Williams, a Consumer Health Program Specialist with the Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM) Training Office, discusses health literacy, resources and advocacy. In addition, she touches upon the topic of barriers to recruitment, retention and advancement, better preparing library students, and A.I.

Hosts: Bryan Miyagishima and Joan Vigil
Date of recording: November 21, 2024

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Find out how to become a free member of the NNLM, to access trainings, or explore resources. Membership is open to libraries, and other institutions such as community partner organizations. Explore the Membership FAQ to know more.

Explore the Joint Librarians of Color (JCLC, Inc.) website to know more, and find out about upcoming conference opportunities.

NALCO refers to American Library Association ethnic affiliates: American Indian Library Association (AILA), the Asian/Pacific American Librarians Association (APALA), the Black Caucus of the American Library Association (BCALA), the Chinese American Librarians Association (CALA), and REFORMA: The National Association to Promote Library & Information Services to Latinos and the Spanish-speaking.

Readings include:

• Bartley, Kelsa, Jahala Simuel, and Jamia Williams. “New to Health Sciences Librarianship: Strategies, Tips, and Tricks.” Journal of the Medical Library Association (JMLA) 109, no. 2 (April 2021): 330-335.
• Williams, Jamia. “Upgrading AI Dialogue: Prioritizing Women of Color Researchers.” CHOICE (blog). Association of College and Research Libraries, October 22, 2024.