From the ViMLoC committee, we offer this message in memory of librarian Fobazi Ettarh: Fobazi Ettarh was a deeply inspiring soul whose bold, brilliant scholarship and unwavering commitment to justice were evident through all her works.

Reminder for tomorrow! GenAI + Equity in Libraries Featuring @janicekung.bsky.social sharing insights on bias, ethics, and real strategies for AI literacy. See you there. ✨https://buff.ly/c70Ma1D

Huge thanks to everyone who joined the ViMLoC meetup yesterday at #OLASC — it was great connecting and seeing so much energy for inclusive work. 💛 If you’re still at the conference, don’t miss today’s 10:45–12pm session. See you at MTCC 203C! #ViMLoC #OLASC2026 #LibrariansOfBluesky

Headed to #OLASC this week? Stop by our ViMLoC meet up on Thursday, Jan 29 from 1-2pm in MTCC room 203D. The next day, some friends are putting on a session called "Persisting Cultural Identities: A Holding Space for IBPOC Library Workers" Jan 30 from 10:45am-12pm in 203C. Enjoy the conference!

How can libraries adopt GenAI without widening equity gaps? Join us Feb 3 to explore the big questions with Janice Kung. Bias, ethics, inclusion — all on the table. buff.ly/c70Ma1D

GenAI is transforming libraries' approach to creating, organizing, and sharing information, with a focus on equitable implementation. Feb 3, 2026 – 1 PM EST Join Janice Kung, Health Librarian at the UofAlberta - let's envision a fair, accessible AI future for libraries. ✨https://buff.ly/c70Ma1D

"Implementing Trauma-Informed Practices in Academic Libraries: Empowering Staff to Foster Resilient and Inclusive Learning Environments" is a project that I've been a part of, and it's been an enriching experience allancho.com/2025/12/over... #lis

The OLA Cultural Diversity & Inclusion Committee is offering a Super Conference bursary to support Indigenous, Black, and People of Colour in advancing their careers in information/librarianship. Apply at buff.ly/3vQPXxe Deadline: November 28, 2025 at 11:59PM EST. #OLASC

Exciting news! The ViMLoC Mentorship Program is now accepting applications for the 2025 session. This mentoring session will run from May 1st to June 30th, 2025. Apply by Apr 20th, 2025. vimloc.org/mentorship/