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CALCON 2026 Courageous Libraries Resilient Communities
Wednesday September 9, 2026 1:45pm - 2:45pm MDT
How can your library move beyond basic access and truly advance equity? This session explores practical, sustainable strategies for strengthening Spanish-language services in your library.


We will discuss the critical role Spanish Services play in building trust, increasing engagement, and fostering inclusion within diverse communities. Topics include the value of hiring native Spanish-speaking staff, developing and maintaining a relevant and culturally responsive Spanish-language collection, designing bilingual programs, and implementing effective translation and interpretation practices.


Participants will gain actionable ideas for expanding outreach, supporting language justice, and creating welcoming spaces where Spanish-speaking patrons feel seen, heard, and valued. Whether your library is just beginning this work or looking to deepen existing efforts, this session will provide tools and inspiration to better serve your community.


Speakers
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Lidia Gurrola-Navarro

As the Spanish Services Coordinator for the past three years, I bring hands-on experience in developing and expanding Spanish-language services in the library. My work centers on building trust with our Spanish-speaking community, improving language accessibility, and ensuring that our Latine community can fully benefit from the library’s programs, resources, and partnerships. am the Spanish Service Coordinator and have been for 3 years I'm very invested in the community and always looking for ways that my Latine community can benefit from our services., Lake County Public Library

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Stephanie Puebla

As a Bilingual Library Assistant III, I am often the first point of contact for many of our patrons. I take pride in representing my community within the library and bringing my lived experience into my work. This perspective helps inform areas such as collection development and the creation of meaningful bilingual programming., Lake County Public Library

Wednesday September 9, 2026 1:45pm - 2:45pm MDT
Reference Ranger Breakout Room 2

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