The Youth Services Forum addresses the needs and interests of those concerned with quality library service for children.
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- Forum Spotlight - Youth Services Forum
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November 25, 2024
- The Youth Services Forum is comprised of professionals who work with children in a public library setting and addresses the needs and interests of those concerned with quality library service for children. Members of our group share resourc…
- Member Spotlight - Ann Baillie
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April 24, 2023
- This week's member spotlight is on Ann Baillie. Ann is the manager of the ILA Youth Services Forum. We asked Ann to tell us a little about herself and answer a few professional and amusing questions. Continue reading to find out more about&…
- Nominations for ILA’s Youth Services Awards Now Open
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April 24, 2023
- Do you know an outstanding Youth Services librarian? Nominate them for an ILA Award! ILA offers two awards specifically geared at Youth Services librarians: the Youth Services Achievement Award and the Youth Services Librarian of the Year Award. The …
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Forum Leadership
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Ellen Fitzgerald, Co-manager
Children's Services Supervisor at Naperville Public Library
Term ends 06/30/2025
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Jennifer A Peterson, Co-manager
Youth Services Supervisor at Indian Trails Public Library District
Term ends 06/30/2025
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Monica Tapia Boyer, Board liaison
Senior Manager of Children's Services at Aurora Public Library District
Term ends 06/30/2025
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Brandi Smits, Past Manager
Orland Park Public Library
Term ends 06/30/2025
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Becca Boland, Staff liaison
iREAD Content and Development Manager at Illinois Library Association
Term ends 06/30/2025
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