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Managing data effectively is essential for protecting patron privacy and meeting legal obligations in today’s libraries. This one-hour  presentation is designed for public library directors and staff seeking practical guidance on data management practices that safeguard sensitive information.

Participants will gain a clear understanding of what qualifies as Personally Identifiable Information (PII), the legal requirements for protecting library records, and how to distinguish between different types of library data. The session will highlight best practices for data management, demonstrate how to apply privacy principles to your library catalog, and provide opportunities to analyze and respond to realistic data privacy scenarios.

By attending, you will:

• Recognize and define Personally Identifiable Information (PII) in the library context
• Navigate legal requirements for the protection of library records
• Distinguish which types of information qualify as library records
• Implement best practices for managing and securing data
• Integrate privacy principles into your library’s catalog systems
• Evaluate and address privacy concerns through real-world scenarios

Join us to strengthen your library’s data management strategies and ensure patron privacy is protected at every step.

1 credit Library Administration