ABOUT FLID

An SIS Diversity Initiative

Future Librarians for Inclusivity and Diversity (FLID) provides a safe space for future Information Science professionals to gain a better understanding of diversity within the profession and underserved populations in preparation for working with individuals from these groups.

The purpose shall be effectuated through:

Exposing SIS students to diverse cultures, lifestyles, and physical abilities by promoting and organizing both on-campus events and off-campus events and excursions.
Organizing extracurricular educational opportunities for SIS students. (i.e. teach-ins, workshops, lectures, etc.)
Holding regular discussion forums for SIS students to respectfully exchange ideas about diversity and inclusion issues in the information field.
Promoting awareness of the information sciences profession among underrepresented group