CALM Conference
calmconference.bsky.social
CALM Conference
@calmconference.bsky.social
The Conference on Academic Library Management (CALM) focuses on practical management skills and concrete practices. Returning in 2026! #LibCALM www.conferenceonacademiclibrarymanagement.com
We’re so glad you’ve enjoyed CALM, Kate! If it helps relieve your 2025 calendar a bit, we’ll be back in 2026!
December 31, 2024 at 6:35 PM
So pleased you enjoyed the conference, Jessica! Thank you for taking the time to join us!
May 16, 2024 at 9:50 PM
We're so glad you enjoyed it, Arianne! Thank you for joining us this week!
May 16, 2024 at 9:04 PM
How can we be caregiver allies at work? Value all caregivers, ask don't assume, take paternity leave, lead with transparency, and be curious. Remember: Rosalynn Carter's quote on caregivers and how represent and relate to the four kinds of people in the world. #LibCALM
May 16, 2024 at 8:30 PM
Some proposed solutions for equitable hybrid work: Regular 1:1s, clear criteria for promotion, formal mentoring programs. Think about what you are doing, and how may be advantaging/disadvantaging in-person vs. hybrid workers. #LibCALM
May 16, 2024 at 8:26 PM
On attracting and retaining millennial journalists: Katherine's NiemanReports article: "Where Are the Mothers?" (which examines attracting and retaining newsroom workers) niemanreports.org/articles/whe... #LibCALM
Where Are the Mothers? | Nieman Reports
e’re having a bit of a baby boom,” says Lauren Williams, executive editor of Vox.com and the mother of an 18-month-old. When the news startup began in 2014, there wasn’t a single parent working at the...
niemanreports.org
May 16, 2024 at 8:23 PM
Another resource! CALM 2022 keynoter @annehelen.bsky.social's @bloomberg.com article: "The Work-From-Home Revolution Is Also a Trap for Women." www.bloomberg.com/news/feature... #LibCALM
The Work-From-Home Revolution Is Also a Trap for Women
They’ve gained all the perks that come with flexibility, but have also become one-woman safety nets.
www.bloomberg.com
May 16, 2024 at 8:15 PM
Quoting sociologist Jessica Calarco: "Other countries have social safety nets. The U.S. has women." #LibCALM
May 16, 2024 at 8:09 PM
Regarding the lack of infrastructure to support caregivers and families, Katherine mentions her recent TIME article: "Positive Economic Data Is Still Hiding Bleak Reality for Families." #LibCALM time.com/6967551/u-s-...
Positive Economic Data Is Hiding Bleak Reality for Families
While the U.S. economy seems to have dodged a recession, many families are struggling without reliable, affordable childcare.
time.com
May 16, 2024 at 8:04 PM
Katherine quotes Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter: "There are only four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers and those who will need caregivers." #LibCALM
May 16, 2024 at 8:00 PM