Library Advocacy and Storymaking- The Hero’s Journey from Community to Page

Registration will open in May.

When: Tuesday, July 29, 1:00-4:00pm
Where: Elisa D Smith (Menasha) Public Library, 440 1st St, Menasha, WI 54952

If you’re not telling your library story to stakeholders, library users or policy makers, who is?

This workshop is for anyone who wants to ensure the great work their library is doing is known by decision makers. It will help you tell your story year-round, with a timely emphasis on advocating for the library’s 2026 budget and activities. 

In this workshop, learners will:

• Identify the elements of powerful library stories
• Recognize ways humans are wired to engage in story
• Evaluate an advocacy storytelling model and examples of its use
• Craft and share a short story draft that applies to your library to take with you
• Learn where you can find resources on recommended storymaking policies and procedures for your library

Attendees are encouraged to bring 2-3 story ideas that focus on a community member (or organization) who has used the library to help create them community they want. If you can't attend, consider sending someone at your library to this important workshop.

About Our Presenter:
Dawn Tevis holds a Master of Library and Information Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Master of Liberal Studies in literary nonfiction from the University of Minnesota. She has worked as a communications writer, editor, and program manager and presents workshops focusing on advocacy writing, storytelling, sustainability, and book arts. Dawn serves as Youth Services Coordinator for La Crosse County Library, where she manages youth spaces and staff for the Library’s five locations. She earned her Certificate of Book Arts from the Minnesota Center for Book Arts, received a 2022 emerging artist grant from Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council, and participated in the 2022 Creative Community Leadership Institute cohort.