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Vocational Awe and Librarianship: The Lies We Tell Ourselves – In the Library with the Lead Pipe Vocational awe describes the set of ideas, values, and assumptions librarians have about themselves and the profession that result in notions that libraries as institutions are inherently good, sacred notions, and therefore beyond critique. I argue that the concept of vocational awe directly correlates to problems within librarianship like burnout and low salary. This article aims to describe the phenomenon and its effects on library philosophies and practices so that they may be recognized and deconstructed.

www.inthelibrarywiththeleadpipe.org/2018/vocatio...

06.02.2026 21:06 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Her writings on “vocational awe” reshaped the entire profession’s understanding of itself by giving all of us the terminology to name the unnamed. Fobazi, your memory and legacy will continue to live on through your works, your words, your courage, and the compassion you had for everyone.

06.02.2026 21:06 — 👍 3    🔁 1    💬 1    📌 0

From the ViMLoC committee, we offer this message in memory of librarian Fobazi Ettarh:

Fobazi Ettarh was a deeply inspiring soul whose bold, brilliant scholarship and unwavering commitment to justice were evident through all her works.

06.02.2026 21:06 — 👍 4    🔁 2    💬 1    📌 0

Reminder for tomorrow! GenAI + Equity in Libraries
Featuring @janicekung.bsky.social sharing insights on bias, ethics, and real strategies for AI literacy. See you there. ✨https://buff.ly/c70Ma1D

02.02.2026 13:53 — 👍 2    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0

Thx @nazztorab.bsky.social and Victoria for hosting the session yesterday 🙌

30.01.2026 13:58 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Huge thanks to everyone who joined the ViMLoC meetup yesterday at #OLASC — it was great connecting and seeing so much energy for inclusive work. 💛 If you’re still at the conference, don’t miss today’s 10:45–12pm session. See you at MTCC 203C! #ViMLoC #OLASC2026 #LibrariansOfBluesky

30.01.2026 13:52 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0

Headed to #OLASC this week? Stop by our ViMLoC meet up on Thursday, Jan 29 from 1-2pm in MTCC room 203D. The next day, some friends are putting on a session called "Persisting Cultural Identities: A Holding Space for IBPOC Library Workers" Jan 30 from 10:45am-12pm in 203C. Enjoy the conference!

26.01.2026 15:16 — 👍 2    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 0

How can libraries adopt GenAI without widening equity gaps?
Join us Feb 3 to explore the big questions with Janice Kung.
Bias, ethics, inclusion — all on the table. buff.ly/c70Ma1D

25.01.2026 14:59 — 👍 4    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 1

GenAI is transforming libraries' approach to creating, organizing, and sharing information, with a focus on equitable implementation. Feb 3, 2026 – 1 PM EST Join Janice Kung, Health Librarian at the UofAlberta - let's envision a fair, accessible AI future for libraries. ✨https://buff.ly/c70Ma1D

19.01.2026 19:39 — 👍 2    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0

"Implementing Trauma-Informed Practices in Academic Libraries: Empowering Staff to Foster Resilient and Inclusive Learning Environments" is a project that I've been a part of, and it's been an enriching experience allancho.com/2025/12/over... #lis

10.12.2025 03:08 — 👍 3    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0

Pink graphic advertising the Cultural Diversity and Inclusion Bursary to support IBPOC participation at Super Conference 2026. Deadline to apply: November 28, 2025.

The OLA Cultural Diversity & Inclusion Committee is offering a Super Conference bursary to support Indigenous, Black, and People of Colour in advancing their careers in information/librarianship.

Apply at buff.ly/3vQPXxe

Deadline: November 28, 2025 at 11:59PM EST.

#OLASC

03.11.2025 14:03 — 👍 2    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0

Mentorship Program At ViMLoC we believe that mentorship for visible minority librarians is an important aspect to recruit, retain, and revitalize the library workforce. To ensure that librarians are supported to over…

Exciting news! The ViMLoC Mentorship Program is now accepting applications for the 2025 session. This mentoring session will run from May 1st to June 30th, 2025. Apply by Apr 20th, 2025. vimloc.org/mentorship/

03.04.2025 19:40 — 👍 8    🔁 5    💬 0    📌 1