Welcome to the Public Libraries Interest Group (PLIG)!
About PLIG
Vision
A connected, inclusive, and informed public library community.
Mission
Providing connection, information, and advocacy for BC’s public library community. The BCLA Public Libraries Interest Group holds the same core values of BCLA:
- Access and Inclusion
- Intellectual Freedom
- Innovation and Creativity
- Diversity
- Literacy and Lifelong Learning
- Accountability
Goals
Engage the public library community:
- Be a platform for discussing and sharing issues, ideas and inspiration concerning public libraries
- Provide opportunities for community and relationship building
Provide opportunities for professional development
Increase group capacity:
- Grow active participation in events and meetings
- Ensure inclusion across the province and across all public library staff positions
For information about PLIG please contact Alexis Greenwood
Membership
Members belong to the BC Library Association and will be drawn from the public library community at large, based on interest.
Executive Members (April 2021-2022)
Chair: Alexis Greenwood
Recording Secretary: Vicky Woo
Communications Officer: William Dereume
Student Reps:
- UBC Representative: Taking nominations
- Langara Representative: Taking nominations
Contact
Got some feedback for us? Contact the PLIG executive at [email protected] or fill out our feedback form.
Please see our News and Events page for upcoming events and meetings: News and Events – Public Libraries Interest Group (bclaconnect.ca)