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id="page-title" class="page-title" > <span>Equity, Diversity and Inclusion </span> </h1> <div> <nav class="breadcrumb l--offset" role="navigation" aria-labelledby="system-breadcrumb"> <h2 id="system-breadcrumb" class="breadcrumb__heading visually-hidden">Breadcrumb</h2> <ul class="breadcrumb__list"> <li class="breadcrumb__item"> <a href="/" class="breadcrumb__text breadcrumb__link">Home</a> <span class="breadcrumb__separator"> </span> </li> <li class="breadcrumb__item"> <span class="breadcrumb__text">Equity, Diversity and Inclusion</span> </li> </ul> </nav> </div> </header> <div class="l__header l--offset"> <header class="l--section content-header l--section content-header--small l--section content-header--override" > <div class="content-header__image" style="background-image: url(/sites/default/files/styles/1400_x_900/public/2019-09/RL%20Staff_cropped.jpg.webp?itok=MwrWDc49);"> <span role="img" aria-label=""></span> <div role="presentation"></div> <div role="presentation"></div> <div role="presentation"></div> <div role="presentation"></div> </div> <div class="content-header__text"> <div class="content-header__description"> <div class="intro"><p>We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that celebrates and respects our differences and unique learning styles.</p></div> </div> </div> </header> </div> <div class="l__main l--offset"> <div>  <div class="l--section"> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p><strong>Richland Library is committed to the values of equity, diversity and inclusion. We will work actively to dismantle systems of racism, inequality and oppression in all their forms.</strong></p><h4><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/DEI%20Page_How_0.jpg" data-entity-uuid="6d0156b1-8a28-45d6-b035-274487af6ac2" data-entity-type="file" alt="Library customers discuss race in our community" width="258" height="258" class="align-left" loading="lazy">How Do We Do This?</h4><p>As a library system, we are unwavering in our dedication to fostering a community where everyone feels welcomed, valued and represented. Through intentionality and tangible actions, we will embed and amplify these commitments throughout our library and the communities we serve. We affirm and acknowledge our responsibility as an inclusive public organization by providing safe spaces where ALL PEOPLE can connect, thrive and belong.</p><p> </p><p><em><strong>Richland Library is committed to achieving equity, diversity and inclusion by:</strong></em></p><p>• Providing services and resources to all members of our community, inclusive of all races, genders, sexual orientations, religions, abilities, ages, national or ethnic origins, languages, citizenship statuses, socioeconomic statuses, and political affiliations, ALL PEOPLE.</p><p>• Actively becoming an anti-racist organization, applying resources and energy towards efforts that enhance the lives of our staff and community.</p><p>• Continuously and consciously reviewing our policies and practices with an equity, diversity and inclusion lens.</p><p>• Designing our services by attentively listening to the needs and aspirations of our communities, especially those whose voices are often underrepresented or unheard.</p><p>• Serving as conveners and facilitators of courageous conversations, civic discourse and partnerships to address community challenges.</p><p>• Being forthright, proactive and at the forefront on issues that are important to our community, thereby working with local leaders, elected officials and partners to create a more equitable, inclusive and diverse Richland County</p><p> </p><blockquote><p><strong><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/ULC_crop.jpg" data-entity-uuid="2ff9c963-7ec8-4006-a81c-4eba84192c9b" data-entity-type="file" alt="Urban Libraries Council Logo" width="309" height="152" class="align-left" loading="lazy"></strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>ULC Statement on Race and Social Equity</strong><br>Richland Library is proud to join more than 160 public libraries across North America who have signed the Urban Libraries Council’s Statement on Race and Social Equity. This statement serves as a baseline upon which libraries can build policies and actions that make their communities more inclusive and just. <a href="https://www.urbanlibraries.org/initiatives/statement-on-race-and-social-equity">Read the full statement here</a></p><p><br> </p></blockquote><hr><h4><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/DEI%20Page_Body.jpg" data-entity-uuid="1b243b0e-e99c-4d53-8811-c7a7fab1b6c4" data-entity-type="file" alt="Library staff" width="300" height="300" class="align-left" loading="lazy">Promoting Equal Opportunity</h4><p>Richland Library is an equal opportunity employer; we consider all qualified candidates without regards to race, color, sex (to include pregnancy, childbirth, and all related medical conditions), religion or belief, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, or any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.</p><p>The library also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. </p><h4> </h4><p> </p><hr><h4>Establishing a Safe and Welcoming Environment</h4><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Anti-Harassment%20Trained%20Workplace.jpg" data-entity-uuid="a18eeaa6-838f-47bf-96d2-684382f3f4bd" data-entity-type="file" alt="Anti Harassment Training Certified" width="177" height="191" class="align-left" loading="lazy">Richland Library values the diversity and unique contributions of our staff and customers. We believe diversity drives innovation. In 2020, all of our staff successfully completed Traliant's Harassment and Discrimination training to help build a culture where difference is valued. This training helps us foster a safe and inclusive culture that celebrates and utilizes our differences, and meaningfully impacts the communities we serve.</p><p> </p><p> </p><hr><h4>Requesting Accommodations</h4><p>If you need support or reasonable accommodations to participate in any library events, activities or functions, please contact us at 803-988-0886 within one to two weeks of the event or activity taking place. </p></div> </div> <div class="l--section"> <div class="views-element-container"></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> </div> </div> </div> </main> </div> <div id="block-richland-gethelp"> <div class="rl-get-help js-get-help hidden"> <button class="rl-get-help__button js-get-help__button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="rl-get-help-content" data-text-collapse="Minimize" data-text-expand="Need Help?">Need Help?</button> <div id="rl-get-help-content" class="rl-get-help__content"> <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="34" height="40" fill="none"><path fill="url(#paint0_linear_2585_13229)" d="M32.106 0H1.894C.848 0 0 .86 0 1.92v25.274h32.106c1.046 0 1.894-.858 1.894-1.92V1.92C34 .859 33.15 0 32.106 0Z"/><path fill="url(#paint1_linear_2585_13229)" d="M.708 28.246 16.62 39.622c1.325.947 3.033-.001 3.033-1.552l.019-8.164L0 27.466c.06.343.342.518.708.78Z"/><defs><linearGradient id="paint0_linear_2585_13229" x1="1.765" x2="50.895" y1="25.21" y2="-11.22" gradientUnits="userSpaceOnUse"><stop stop-color="#008DB1"/><stop offset=".097" stop-color="#0092B5"/><stop offset=".644" stop-color="#00A7C9"/><stop offset="1" stop-color="#00AFD0"/></linearGradient><linearGradient id="paint1_linear_2585_13229" x1="8.416" x2="59.76" y1="34.328" y2="-3.744" gradientUnits="userSpaceOnUse"><stop stop-color="#008DB1"/><stop offset=".097" stop-color="#0092B5"/><stop offset=".644" stop-color="#00A7C9"/><stop offset="1" stop-color="#00AFD0"/></linearGradient></defs></svg> <p>Need Help?</p> <a href="/contact">Get in Touch</a> </div> </div> </div> <footer class="footer" role="contentinfo"> <div class="l--page "> <div class="l--offset"> <div class="region region--footer"> <div id="block-richland-givelink"> <a href="/give" class="give-link">Give</a> </div> <nav role="navigation" aria-labelledby="block-footermenu-menu" id="block-footermenu" class="block block-menu navigation menu--footer-menu"> <h2 class="visually-hidden" id="block-footermenu-menu">Footer Menu</h2> <ul class="menu menu--footer-menu" data-depth="0"> <li class="menu__item"> <a href="/about-us" class="menu__link" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/2655">About</a> </li> <li class="menu__item"> <a href="/work-with-us" class="menu__link" data-drupal-link-system-path="work-with-us">Work With Us</a> </li> <li class="menu__item"> <a href="/blog" class="menu__link" data-drupal-link-system-path="blog">Blog</a> </li> </ul> </nav> <div id="block-copyrightblock"> <a href="/policies">Library Policies</a><span>© 2024 Richland Library, Richland County, South Carolina</span> </div> <div id="block-richland-scrolltotop"> <a href="#page-top" class="scroll-to-top-link">To Top</a> </div> <nav role="navigation" aria-labelledby="block-socialmediamenu-menu" id="block-socialmediamenu" class="block block-menu navigation menu--social-media-menu"> <h2 class="visually-hidden" id="block-socialmediamenu-menu">Social Media Menu</h2> <ul class="menu menu--social-media-menu" data-depth="0"> <li class="menu__item"> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/RichlandLibrary/" class="menu__link">Facebook</a> </li> <li class="menu__item"> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/accessfreely" class="menu__link">Twitter</a> </li> <li class="menu__item"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/richlandlibrary/" class="menu__link">Instagram</a> </li> <li class="menu__item"> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/RichlandCountyLib/" class="menu__link">YouTube</a> </li> <li class="menu__item"> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/richland-library/" class="menu__link">LinkedIn</a> </li> </ul> </nav> </div> </div> </div> </footer> </div> </div> <script src="/sites/default/files/js/js_y39eQNzHDRUvZXhhpcBRMa-ySr8jhUQv-fkl5uAI9MY.js?scope=footer&delta=0&language=en&theme=richland&include=eJxlUFtqxDAMvFCMD9Gv_vUGRrYntrBiBVtd2ts3u4XNNgUhmIekQSslRNUWdv6C-PUPXIpqEQTqJN_GaforsXA3jITdAm7o5h_9rSI17h8YrPm930g4k-l4cUea8EU0kiyDUxXq-YklTDb4mYaKBNOj9idbYKFC9nNsI-5uQ_982WSD-hQynNwEjVRdpHFyFZQxXMZs9xuXfL_qP_emkQVXcxRNzQn3dlWm0bq67XhawRHTHll_AF-Kkv4"></script> <script src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/jquery-once@2.2.3/jquery.once.min.js"></script> <script src="/sites/default/files/js/js_PO606raFUukE1rPlc2b7dICgGvCF9z7gr2tJXU0YQy0.js?scope=footer&delta=2&language=en&theme=richland&include=eJxlUFtqxDAMvFCMD9Gv_vUGRrYntrBiBVtd2ts3u4XNNgUhmIekQSslRNUWdv6C-PUPXIpqEQTqJN_GaforsXA3jITdAm7o5h_9rSI17h8YrPm930g4k-l4cUea8EU0kiyDUxXq-YklTDb4mYaKBNOj9idbYKFC9nNsI-5uQ_982WSD-hQynNwEjVRdpHFyFZQxXMZs9xuXfL_qP_emkQVXcxRNzQn3dlWm0bq67XhawRHTHll_AF-Kkv4"></script> </body> </html>

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