ViMLoC
@vimloc.bsky.social
Visible Minority Librarians of Canada (ViMLoC) Network
https://vimloc.org/
https://vimloc.org/
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.
Fobazi Ettarh was a deeply inspiring soul whose bold, brilliant scholarship and unwavering commitment to justice were evident through all her works.
February 6, 2026 at 9:06 PM
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.
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
Featuring @janicekung.bsky.social sharing insights on bias, ethics, and real strategies for AI literacy. See you there. ✨https://buff.ly/c70Ma1D
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
Join us Feb 3 to explore the big questions with Janice Kung.
Bias, ethics, inclusion — all on the table. buff.ly/c70Ma1D
February 2, 2026 at 1:53 PM
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
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
January 30, 2026 at 1:52 PM
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!
January 26, 2026 at 3:16 PM
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
Join us Feb 3 to explore the big questions with Janice Kung.
Bias, ethics, inclusion — all on the table. buff.ly/c70Ma1D
January 25, 2026 at 2:59 PM
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
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
January 19, 2026 at 7:39 PM
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
Reposted by ViMLoC
"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
December 10, 2025 at 3:09 AM
"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
Reposted by ViMLoC
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
Apply at buff.ly/3vQPXxe
Deadline: November 28, 2025 at 11:59PM EST.
#OLASC
November 3, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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
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/
Mentorship Program
At ViMLoC we believe that mentorship for visible minority librarians is an important aspect to recruit, retain, and revitalize the library workforce. To ensure that librarians are supported to over…
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April 3, 2025 at 7:40 PM
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/