Public libraries have long faced challenges in staffing, budgeting, and services. Recent threats to federal funding may further stress limited fiscal resources. Meanwhile, the prevalence of misinformation and disinformation in the media and online communities has only increased. How can public libraries meet the growing need for trustworthy information as budgets shrink? 

Join us for this free webinar, as we discuss practical, cost-effective, and user-friendly ways to reach your goals and provide quality, peer-reviewed resources to your patrons.  

Together, we will: 

• Look at trends in library funding and information access 
• Examine ways in which open access resources can meet the information needs of your patrons 
• Explore ways to support digital literacy and lifelong learning in your community with open educational resources 
• Learn how CloudSource OA can transform your approach to collection development 

Public libraries aren’t just a place to check out books and eBooks. They are the cornerstones of their communities, offering critical digital resources, access to technology, and welcoming spaces to learn and collaborate. Let us show you how CloudSource OA – a unique discovery platform for every library – can make meeting the evolving needs of your community just a little easier.