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Turning Outward Resources for Libraries

“The tools below are designed to help libraries strengthen their role as community leaders and bring about positive change in their communities. [NOTE: Download all the tools below in "A Step-By-Step Guide to 'Turning Outward' to Your Community."]

 

"Turning outward" is a step-by-step process developed by The Harwood Institute for Public Innovation. It entails taking steps to better understand communities; changing processes and thinking to make conversations more community-focused; being proactive to community issues; and putting community aspirations first.

 

Taken together, these resources provide a 90-day plan to help your library "turn outward."