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Library Advocacy

Why is advocacy important? It ensures that the Boise Public Library continues to have funding and governance to serve as a vital community resource for everyone in Boise. Regular and consistent engagement with elected officials means there's a greater chance of being top of mind when important decisions are being made. 

Library Advocacy Toolkit

What is Advocacy?

Advocacy:

  • Informs people about library services and their value to the community
  • Demonstrates how public library services improve the lives of people in our community
  • Speaks to the vision, mission, and values of the Boise Public Library
  • Ensures libraries have resources to continue to offer materials, programs, and services
  • Secures a place at the table for library leaders where important funding and policy decisions are made
Advocacy Toolkit 2026

In the Toolkit

  • Introduction to Advocacy
  • Key Library Statistics
  • Contact List
  • Advocacy Calendar
  • What YOU Can Do
  • Idaho Legislative Information
  • Process for Ideas to Become a Law
  • Book Banning Talking Points
  • How to talk to People that Disagree
Library Advocacy Toolkit (PDF)

Questions?

Have additional questions about Library Advocacy? Check out the Advocacy FAQ.