Rural Communication Strategies Roundtable: Working with Public Libraries and Local Partners

Jeff Gutierrez and Will Hoard

Session Overview:

How is information shared in your rural community? What successes and challenges have you had when working with community partners to spread the word?

Join the Knowledge Translation team from RTC:Rural for a roundtable conversation on rural communication and outreach strategies. Discover our latest research on the role of public libraries in facilitating communication and fostering local partnerships. Join us to explore how these insights can benefit your work.

Share your experiences in communicating important information and discuss how we all can reach and help more people with disabilities through community collaboration.

Additional materials for this session:

• Click Here to Download a Copy of the Presentation (PDF)
• Click here to download a PDF Document "Rural Communications Strategies Factsheet"

About Your Presenters:

Jeff Gutierrez

Jeff Gutierrez has been a Knowledge Translation Coordinator at RTC:Rural since October 2021. He is a sociologist who brings to his role diverse professional experience that includes program management, community outreach, and partner relations. Jeff is a big picture thinker who enjoys breaking down silos, communicating clearly, and finding creative ways for people to work together.

Will Hoard

Will Hoard has been a Knowledge Translation Coordinator at RTC: Rural since November 2023. With a BA in English Literature from Lewis and Clark College and a certificate in User Experience Research and Design, he combines a strong foundation in communication and design with a passion for accessibility. Will works on creating accessible documents, marketing materials, and website design, ensuring that all content is inclusive, easy to understand, and user-friendly.