Relationships, Relationships, Relationships Connecting through Atla

Abstract

Professional relationships that are respectful and caring form the basis for success for theological and religious studies librarians individually and collectively, especially in a rapidly changing world. Atla’s core values include “hospitality, inclusion, and diversity.” Atla has a history of diverse individuals coming together for a common purpose; there is also a trajectory of moving toward greater diversity. This workshop, which originated from a conversation between two Atla Board of Directors members (Susan Ebertz and Karl Stutzman) following a board learning experience with Indigenous leaders, included expert facilitation (Nancy Kirkpatrick) around a variety of questions related to continuing to build respectful relationships within the association.