ULC is leading the work in groundbreaking research and initiatives that are testing and enhancing new ways that libraries serve people and communities in the digital age. ULC's work generates new service delivery models, best practices and tools of value to libraries of all sizes.
Our Work
Advocacy
Learn MoreULC’s advocacy strategy seeks to garner more support and funding for policies that strengthen and advance the essential role of public libraries.
Anti-Racism and Digital Equity
Learn MoreULC convenes and supports library leaders and library EDI professionals in directly addressing structural racism, systemic inequity and social injustice within the library and across the community.
Community Health and Safety
Learn MorePublic libraries often serve as hubs for critical services, such as health literacy programs, special services, and access to information on public safety. By prioritizing these aspects, libraries help build stronger, healthier communities.
Democracy
Learn MoreULC is actively working to provide member libraries with best practices, policies and actions that preserve and protect democracy in our communities.
Education
Learn MoreEducation transforms the lives of individuals and is the foundation for strong, economically vital communities. In the knowledge economy, the library is the learning institution ready to guide and support citizens at every age and level of need.
Library Leadership
Learn MoreULC helps library leaders navigate the challenging landscape they are facing. It is essential to foster internal reskilling and upskilling programs to advance staff growth and retention to support the library’s role and strength within the community.
Research and Data
Learn MoreUrban Libraries Council prioritizes our ability to do research, conduct data analysis and create data visualizations about urban libraries. ULC will use this expanded focus on data-driven solutions development to align technical assistance, develop member programming, and create original research products.
Workforce & Economic Development
Learn MorePublic libraries are essential to promoting equitable economic mobility and offering programming and services for all local workers, jobseekers, entrepreneurs and businesses owners.
ULC Action Teams
Learn MoreULC's Action Teams establish new models, techniques and approaches that can help all libraries lead their communities into a stronger post-pandemic future.