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The importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the information ecosystem

Abstract
In Pursuit of DEI in a Complex Landscape
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) has become an important topic across our community. In this session we will discuss how this affects us as organizations, individually and as a community. We will start with short presentations where each panel member discusses the approach of their organization to implementing and promoting DEI. We finish off with a hopefully lively discussion with the audience around concerns, issues and the responsibility that each of us has. We also hope to identify gaps and opportunities for collaborative approaches.

Central to the discussion is the understanding that while each library has their own approach to DEI, Ex Libris takes a holistic approach to its DEI efforts by focusing on commitments within three areas: employment practices, community relations, and its services and products. A key part of the approach is the recognition that employees and industry partners are central to ensuring the organization designs, builds and maintains products that serve everyone equally. The Ex Libris presentation will give a focus on the collaboration with the community a key factor in the development of products that are developed and created for all.

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Event
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NISO Plus 2021

Global

February 22-25, 2021


NISO Plus 2021 was our first virtual conference, held in February of 2021. A global undertaking, NISO Plus 2021 had over 800 participants from 26 countries come together to have a conversation about the state of the information ecosystem. Here you'll find both the presentations and discussions from that event.
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2 Videos
Allen Jones

Director, Digital Library & Technical Services - The New School

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Judith Fraenkel

Director of Product Management - Ex Libris


Judith Fraenkel is Director of Product Management at Ex Libris. Since joining the company in 1999, Judith has filled various positions in the areas of technology, content management, and customer support. A key focus of her current role is dedicated to leading strategy and programs that enhance the Diversity, Inclusion and Equity commitment of Ex Libris. She leads the effort to develop practices aimed at identifying, preventing and taking action against bias as well as working with the global community to create products and services that are built for everyone.
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1 Video
Rebecca McLeod

Managing Director - Harvard Data Science Review