Our Teens Have a Voice: Methods in Planning and Executing a Youth Conference on Social Justice

Teens today are in constant contact with social issues and injustices – whether through their own experiences, or through their exposure to issues in print and digital media. But how often do they have access to a safe place to explore their thoughts and feelings about those injustices?
Meet two librarians who have identified these needs and have developed similar yet different approaches to establishing an annual Social Justice Youth Conference. You will leave this session with a clear idea on how to plan your own conference, engage youth, and provide a safe and inclusive environment for all who attend.

Erin Hoopes, Branch Manager, Philadelphia Free Library
Gabrielle Miller, Assistant Branch Manager / Young Adult Librarian, Enoch Pratt Free Library