Digital Conversations Community Event

The Texas Library Association (TLA) and the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) are collaborating to host Digital Conversation events to address the digital divide in Texas. You're invited you to take part in this important discussion with representatives from the public and private sectors as they discuss the importance of digital equity and collaborating with public libraries to bridge the digital divide in their communities. This discussion will explore the current challenges, resources and cultivating partnerships to improve our public library’s ability to offer digital access, literacy, and other programs in education, health, and workforce development programs. When: May 9, 2024, 9:30 -11:30 am Where: Brazosport Center for the Arts | 400 College Blvd., in the Art Gallery, Clute, TX 77531 Who: Librarians, community members, civic leaders, broadband suppliers, and workforce advocates The event is free to attend. RSVP is required. Moderator: Warren Davis, Community Engagement and Outreach Coordinator, Texas State Library and Archives Commission Panelists: • Ana Frade, Project Coordinator, Mayor's Office for Adult Literacy, Houston Public Library • Lisa Loranc, Library Director, Brazoria County Public Library • Andrea Pacheco and Lauren Weber, Digital Opportunity Outreach Coordinators, Texas Broadband Development Office • Lakisha Bates, Director of Professional Skills Development, The Next Steps, Inc.