Our next steps: Insights from the WebJunction experience survey

Every two years, we ask for feedback on what WebJunction offers so we can better understand your challenges, priorities, and how we can better meet your needs and interests. Here’s how we’re using what we learned from you to plan what’s next.
Your voice, your needs: Insights from the WebJunction experience survey

Every two years, WebJunction surveys our users for feedback on what we offer to better understand library staff’s challenges, priorities, and interests. Here, we’ll share what we learned about what our users want out of their WebJunction experience.
Free September webinars for library staff

It's a great time to put a learning opportunity on your calendar, and you'll have plenty of choices this month. Whether you're looking to pick up some programming ideas, sharpen your technology skills, or gather tips on curating a digital collection, there's something here to support your growth. The list, provided by the Maine State Library, includes over 50 webinars.
What's on the horizon for AI and public libraries?

What is the role of public libraries in the rapid adoption of AI technology? Learn about how libraries can leverage AI for complex data-driven storytelling, the need for public information literacy education, and ongoing ethical considerations.
How public libraries are teaching AI and digital literacy skills

Public libraries have played an important role in fostering and promoting digital literacy skills within their communities. The rapid developments of AI present the latest opportunity for public libraries to engage with and educate patrons on technology. This includes helping people to understand what AI is, when it can be useful, and what cautions to consider. Introducing and exploring AI is a chance for the library to champion digital and information literacy and demonstrate leadership. This article outlines some ideas and examples for AI programming in public libraries, along with resources to help your library develop local events.
WebJunction highlights
Library Foundational Training (LiFT)
Navigating Civil Legal Issues of Natural Disasters (course series)
Researching low morale in libraries
Digital Collections Stewardship (course series)
Weed 'em and reap: Getting your collection from awful to awesome (webinar)
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Upcoming webinars
16 September 2025
Linked data for public libraries: An introduction
What is linked data? Why is it important? Should public libraries pay attention to it? These and other questions will be answered by OCLC's in-house linked data expert Anne Washington.
30 September 2025
Meaningful library gatherings: Bringing purpose to every meeting and event
In this webinar, learn how intentional design can transform routine meetings and events into effective and meaningful experiences.