Official News Outlet for the Rainbow Round Table of the American Library Association
By A. Faulkner What is your role in the GLBTRT? Currently, I’m the chair of the Resources Committee, though I’ve served on that committee since 2015. I feel very grateful for the opportunity to work with my committee members, reach out to other committees, and evaluate how our resources can best meet the needs of […]
By A. Faulkner What is your role in the GLBTRT? Currently, I am a quiet member who enjoys following the conversation. I would love to get more involved! What does the GLBTRT mean to you? To me, it means representation, both for myself, within the wider profession, and for the community I serve. The GLBTRT […]
By A. Faulkner What is your role in the GLBTRT? Currently more of a silent member, keeping up with RT topics and discussions, but I look forward to increasing my involvement in the future. What does the GLBTRT mean to you? It means there is a voice and advocacy within the larger association for a […]
By A. Faulkner What is your role in the GLBTRT? I am a general member. What does the GLBTRT mean to you? GLBTRT means that there is a dedicated space within ALA for education and learning specific to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer issues. It means there will be people charged to identify, celebrate […]
By A. Faulkner What is your role in the GLBTRT? For the last few years my role with the GLBTRT was via email. I recently decided to get more involved and am thrilled to be on the Barbara Gittings Literature Award and Israel Fishman Non-Fiction Award Committees. What does the GLBTRT mean to […]
The GLBTRT is proud to highlight some of our current Emerging Leaders (ELs). Including people who are members of and/or sponsored by our round table, these spotlights will let you get to know some of the incredible people in our field and learn about the work that they’ve accomplished through the EL Program. Donate today […]
By A. Faulkner What is your role in the GLBTRT? Member What does the GLBTRT mean to you? It means visibility. By being visible, we can support our LGBTQ+ colleagues and build a more inclusive profession together. By being visible, we support our patrons and build more inclusive communities whether they be in an academic, […]
The GLBTRT is proud to highlight some of our current Emerging Leaders (ELs). Including people who are members of and/or sponsored by our round table, these spotlights will let you get to know some of the incredible people in our field and learn about the work that they’ve accomplished through the EL Program. Donate today […]
By A. Faulkner What is your role in the GLBTRT? General member. What does the GLBTRT mean to you? I so value the opportunity to gather with the community and to learn from them. Are you involved in ALA in other ways? Nope. What professional work do you perform? It is my honor to serve […]
The GLBTRT is proud to highlight some of our current Emerging Leaders (ELs). Including people who are members of and/or sponsored by our round table, these spotlights will let you get to know some of the incredible people in our field and learn about the work that they’ve accomplished through the EL Program. Donate today […]