Presented by: Library Journal and School Library Journal 
Event Date and Time: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 |  2:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM PT

Reducing and Responding to Staff Stress and Trauma 
A Free Look at How Our Courses Help You Support Your Team 

Library leaders and supervisors are facing an urgent challenge: how to protect and support staff who are increasingly affected by workplace stress and trauma. From public service burnout to crisis incidents and staff shortages, libraries are navigating complex realities that impact morale, retention, and overall team wellbeing. 

This free, 1-hour event offers practical strategies to address that challenge head-on. You’ll preview a popular session from one of our professional development courses, led by Dr. Beth Waller, an expert in trauma-informed leadership. You’ll walk away with actionable insights to help reduce staff stress before it escalates and respond effectively when high-stress situations do occur. 

You’ll learn: 

• The difference between avoidable and unavoidable staff trauma and why that distinction matters 
• Proactive strategies to minimize stressors in your workplace 
• How to support your team post-crisis through reflective practice, crisis planning, and compassionate supervision 
• How to recognize when it’s time to escalate concerns to a mental health professional 

This is a pre-recorded session with a live chat, open for peer-to-peer conversation. Afterward, join our course development team for a short, live Q&A about ongoing professional development options through Library Journal and School Library Journal. 

This free session gives you a first-hand look at the kind of practical, actionable professional development training Library Journal and School Library Journal deliver, designed to meet the challenges you face every day in your library. 

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