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Statement and Advocacy Committee

Committee Charge:

Respond to current events and issues based on a statement creation process. Statement(s) support equity and inclusion in library collections and access, particularly with regard to supporting marginalized communities and identities. This may include publishers/creators of collections and materials, which may not be born digital nor have digital counterparts.

Maintain and update APALA Inclusive Language Guidelines.

APALA Statement Creation Guidelines

Co-chairs: statements@apalaweb.org
Esperanza Bey
Sarah Mai Schroeder

EB Liaison:
Jenay Dougherty

Members
Amy Kyung Eun Breslin
Jane JaYoung Moreno

Last updated 08/05/2026