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Ryan Dowd’s Librarian’s Guide to Homelessness (Niche Academy)

On-demand, self-paced online training is available to all Wisconsin library staff through December 2026.

Find tips for de-escalating challenging situations for all patrons and get a better understanding of those who are experiencing homelessness.

Launch the training, use your library email address to sign-in.

If you don’t have a library email address or have other questions or problems, contact Angela Schneider (aschneider@winnefox.org(link sends e-mail)).

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