Purpose
The Advocacy & Visibility Committee elevates tribal libraries within tribal leadership, local communities, and national systems through clear messaging and practical advocacy tools.
What This Committee Does
- Develops consistent messaging
- Produces practical advocacy tools
- Highlights tribal library impact
- Engages external partners
- Aligns messaging with long-term strategic goals
2026 Priorities
- Develop a national messaging framework
- Create advocacy toolkits for tribal councils and administrators
- Produce briefing materials outlining funding realities and impact
- Launch a coordinated visibility initiative
- Equip libraries with outreach and storytelling templates
- Strengthen engagement with state and federal partners
Who Should Join
Members interested in:
- Tribal Libraries
- Communications
- Public policy
- Tribal governance
- Public engagement
- Strategic messaging
- Anyone committed to elevating the role of tribal libraries
How It Works
The committee meets regularly on the third Thursday of each month at 2 p.m. EST during general meetings of the Tribal Library Council. Committee Chairs may call meetings as needed. Progress is tracked through 30-day action plans and reported to membership during monthly TLC meetings.