Convening/Moderating Forums @ your library: Step by Step (Session 3 of 4)
Public deliberation is a process used to engage contentious, difficult issues from diverse perspectives. Learn more in this four-part series.
Topics include deliberative conversations that public, academic, and school libraries are convening; how these discussions are repositioning libraries in their communities; and the logistics involved in planning a forum -- from choosing the issue topic to publicizing the event to following up with participants.
Also see:
Part 1: "Convening Forums @ your library: Getting Started"
Patty Dineen, public engagement consultant/contributing editor, National Issues Forums Institute Website
Nancy Kranich, chair, ALA Center for Civic Life Advisory Committee
Carolyn Caywood, convener, Virginia Beach Public Library Forums