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| Book vending machine powered by Literacy Mid-South |
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We are excited to introduce you to Johnny Blount, the Director of Collaborative Action at Literacy Mid-South! Their mission is to equip their community to pursue opportunities by facilitating equitable access to literacy across the lifespan. One of the aspects of their work that struck us the most is the way that the word "community" is embraced and the way it impacts each of their programs. Individuals of all ages and backgrounds have the opportunity to participate in literacy programs and join a network of collaborative projects that includes some of the Mid-South's finest educational institutions. |
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For Johnny, one of the most crucial deciding factors in building a life-long interest in reading is the ability to see oneself reflected on the page. Access to culturally relevant books that represent an individual's identities, languages, and experiences makes all the difference. Being a part of the NBAA, specifically sharing resources, aligning strategies, and working alongside other book access organizations from across the country gives Johnny hope for the future. If that resonates with you, we'd love for you to join us! Did we mention that this organization has an exciting annual tradition? This summer, they will have their Lit Bag giveaway in partnership with community centers, summer camps, and neighborhood organizations. These Lit Bags will be filled with high-interest, age-appropriate books and materials to support whole-family literacy. What an amazing way to promote summer reading!
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| Are you looking for a new podcast to add to your playlist? If so, we have the perfect recommendation! Head on over to the Podcast page of our website to listen to Dr. Molly Ness and other experts discuss the work being done to end book deserts.
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| Do you love the amount of information that can be packed into a day of conference sessions, but wish you could revisit and process it all later? NBAA members can do just that by accessing the conference archives! |
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| July Networking Session: Inventory Issues and Breakthroughs* |
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How are you managing the flow of books in and out of your program? Are you swimming in donations you can’t use, or constantly scrambling to meet demand? Have you had a recent inventory breakthrough—like a new tracking system, storage solution, or partnership—that changed the game for your organization? What challenges are you still trying to solve? Bring your questions, stories, and insights to this informal networking session where we’ll swap tips, troubleshoot common problems, and celebrate creative solutions together in a supportive space. This virtual event will be hosted by Eileen Minogue (Book Fairies) from 4:00 to 5:00 PM on July 22. This session will not be recorded, so please plan to join us live! |
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| Supporting Children's Literacy Journey: A Parent Resource Webinar |
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Join Richard C. Owen Publishers and friends for an engaging webinar on August 14 designed to explore resources available to the families receiving your books. The speakers are all current and former educators with a passion for literacy. They see the value in children receiving good books and have practical strategies and resources to support families in using your books. |
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| Fundraising Affinity Group Session*
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Join fellow program and operations leaders on September 23 for a dynamic and collaborative session focused on philanthropy, fundraising, grants, sponsorships, events, and even earned revenue. This affinity group is designed for staff, board, and/or volunteers managing fundraising, development, and communications at any level. |
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| * Members-only events If you see a webinar that interests you, the cost to register for the event as a non-member is $25. If you would like to continue taking advantage of these resources, you can join the National Book Access Association for as little as $50 per year! |
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The National Book Access Association invites you to join a network of dedicated individuals and organizations united in distributing free books to those in need across the United States. By becoming a member, you'll collaborate, share resources, learn from industry leaders, and contribute to our collective mission of ensuring that everyone has the equitable access to books regardless of their economic status. Memberships are for one year from enrollment and may be cancelled at any time. Join us now and help define the future field of book access! |
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