Algonquin Monday, NYSHEI hosted a summit of groups representing academic and research libraries and librarians.  The purpose of the summit was to share information and build collaborative channels in support of advocacy and public policy initiatives.

Groups were invited to send two representatives to participate in the summit.  With a mostly informal agenda, the summit sparked conversation addressing both the reasons why greater collaboration has yet to occur and opportunities for enhanced cooperation in the months and years ahead.

During what was a frank and open dialogue a general consensus seemed to build for continuing efforts to improve communication among the groups.   Some participants  emphasized that the need for joint-action was perhaps greater than ever as a forecasts of grim financial circumstances extend through the foreseeable future.

Participating in the summit were representatives from the 3R’s councils, ACRL/NY, the Academic and Special Library Section of NYLA, Connect NY, the CUNY Council of Chief Librarians, the CUNY Office of Library Services, Eastern New York ACRL, the IDS Project, the Librarians Association of CUNY,  NELLCO, the New York Library Association, the NYS Higher Education Initiative, Nylink, the State Library,  the SUNY Council of Library Directors, the SUNY Librarians Association, the SUNY Office of Library and Information Services, Upstate NY/Ontario Chapter Medical Library Association, and the Western New York ACRL.

For more information about the summit contact NYSHEI, or the leadership of your participating group.