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ARSL Update: Standing Strong for Rural LibrariesOver the past few months, our team has been hard at work advocating for rural and small libraries at every level: from helping individual libraries address local concerns to claiming space for our community at national policy tables. Amid the ongoing threats to library funding and access to information, ARSL remains deeply committed to ensuring our community’s voices are heard, valued, and represented. We want to take a moment to share how we’ve been showing up for rural libraries across the country, and how you can help. Since January 2025, ARSL has: Stood firm in support of the Right to Read
Deepened strategic partnerships with national allies
Elevated rural voices in public conversations
Engaged in federal library policy and advocacy
Continued long-term strategy work Beyond our immediate advocacy efforts, ARSL remains dedicated to building sustainable, long-term support for small and rural libraries across America. We've continued holding strategy sessions to align grant opportunities with evolving community needs and have strengthened partnerships with our national allies committed to library access. These behind-the-scenes efforts are part of our ongoing mission to ensure small and rural libraries have a seat at the table and can continue contributing our unique perspectives to help shape the future of library services. While the road ahead is long, we’re energized by the passion and resilience of our network and will continue moving forward together! Here’s how you can help: ✅ Join ARSL to stay connected to the latest developments in small and rural libraries Thank you for being part of this powerful community. We are stronger together. Issued May 2025 by the Association for Rural & Small Libraries (ARSL) |