Cultivating Happiness Through Uncertain Times
A Free Library 2.0 Masterclass with Loida Garcia-Febo
OVERVIEW:
Join us this summer to explore how moments of purpose, connection, accomplishment, and joy can become lasting sources of well-being through uncertain times.
Life and work are filled with uncertainty, and everyone is seeking happiness. Research suggests that meaningful moments of connection, purpose, engagement, accomplishment, and joy can help sustain us through challenging times.
In this practical and uplifting masterclass, we'll explore what leading happiness researchers have discovered about well-being and how librarians can intentionally cultivate small moments that support resilience, meaning, and fulfillment—both professionally and personally.
Participants will discover evidence-based practices that can help them navigate change, maintain perspective during challenging periods, strengthen connections with others, and build a foundation for long-term well-being.
This 30-minute training is presented by Library 2.0 and hosted by Loida Garcia-Febo.
OUTCOMES:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to::
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Identify key research-based contributors to happiness and well-being.
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Recognize how moments of connection, purpose, accomplishment, and joy contribute to resilience and professional sustainability.
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Reflect on personal and professional sources of meaning while maintaining healthy boundaries.
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Develop one practical strategy for cultivating sustaining moments throughout the year.
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Apply research-informed approaches that support adaptability, engagement, and well-being during times of change and uncertainty.
DATE: Thursday, July 16th, 2026, 2:00 - 2:30 pm US - Eastern Time
COST:
- FREE - includes live attendance and any-time access to the recording and the presentation slides, and receiving a participation certificate. For any registration difficulties or questions, email admin@library20.com.
TO REGISTER:
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Loida Garcia-Febo is a Puerto Rican American librarian and International Library Consultant with 25 years of experience as an expert in library services to diverse populations and human rights. President of the American Library Association 2018-2019. Garcia-Febo is worldwide known for her passion about diversity, communities, sustainability, innovation and digital transformation, library workers, library advocacy, wellness for library workers, and new librarians about which she has taught in 44 countries. In her job, she helps libraries, companies and organizations strategize programs, services and strategies in areas related to these topics and many others. Garcia-Febo has a Bachelors in Business Education, Masters in Library and Information Sciences.
Garcia-Febo has a long history of service with library associations. Highlights include- At IFLA: Governing Board 2013-2017, Co-Founder of IFLA New Professionals, two-term Member/Expert resource person of the Free Access to Information and Freedom of Expression Committee of IFLA (FAIFE), two-term member of the Continuing Professional Development and Workplace Learning Section of IFLA (CPDWL). Currently: CPDWL Advisor, Information Coordinator of the Management of Library Associations Section. Currently at ALA: Chair, IRC United Nations Subcommittee, Chair Public Awareness Committee. Recently at ALA: Chair, Status of Women in Librarianship and Chair, ALA United Nations 2030 Sustainable Development Goals Task Force developing a multi-year strategic plan for ALA. Born, raised, and educated in Puerto Rico, Garcia-Febo has advocated for libraries at the United Nations, the European Union Parliament, U.S. Congress, NY State Senate, NY City Hall, and on sidewalks and streets in various states in the U.S.
