Join us for an OLA conference session co-sponsored by the REFORMA Division and the Legislative Committee of the Oregon Library Association.

With Oregon’s immigrant populations growing and diversifying, libraries are increasingly relied upon as a first point of access for information, support, and connection. Yet, library staff often find themselves under-resourced or uncertain in responding to immigration-related questions and requests. In this session, co-sponsored by the Oregon Library Association’s Legislative Committee and REFORMA Oregon, attendees will gain valuable insights into current Oregon immigration policies, legal advocacy partnerships, and best practices for offering respectful, culturally responsive services. This program will feature an experienced immigration rights advocate who will cover the basics of immigration law relevant to libraries, share vetted resources, and discuss ways libraries can support immigrant patrons within legal boundaries. Participants will leave with a resource toolkit tailored to Oregon libraries, actionable strategies, and a clearer understanding of how to create welcoming, well-informed spaces for immigrant communities.

Registration for the 2025 OLA Conference is required to attend this event. Click here to learn more.

Location | Medford branch of Jackson County Library Services
205 S Central Ave, Medford, OR 97501

Join the REFORMA OREGON family! If your library serves Latine and Spanish-speaking communities, you belong here. Advocates and supporters who are not Latine or do not speak Spanish are welcome and encouraged to join as this division is focused on library services. This is a great way to support your Latine colleagues and community members.

Please share information with anyone you know who might be interested in this networking opportunity with the newest division of the Oregon Library Association. All quarterly meetings are hybrid.

Schedule
10 am–1 pm: Hybrid in-person and Zoom business meeting
1 pm: Tour of library
1:30 pm: Networking lunch

Location | Coos Bay Public Library
525 Anderson Ave, Coos Bay, OR 97420

Join the REFORMA OREGON family! If your library serves Latine and Spanish-speaking communities, you belong here. Advocates and supporters who are not Latine or do not speak Spanish are welcome and encouraged to join as this division is focused on library services. This is a great way to support your Latine colleagues and community members.

Please share information with anyone you know who might be interested in this networking opportunity with the newest division of the Oregon Library Association. All quarterly meetings are hybrid.

Schedule
10 am–1 pm: Hybrid in-person and Zoom business meeting
1 pm: Tour of library
1:30 pm: Networking lunch