Skip Navigation

Location Closure The Forest Park, Washington Village, Herring Run, Brooklyn, & Northwood branches are closed for renovations. Learn more here.

Holiday Closing All Pratt Library locations will be closed early Wednesday, November 27 at 5 pm, and closed Thursday, November 28 in observance of Thanksgiving Day.

Home  /  About Us  /  Diversity, Equity & Inclusion  /  Conferences

Conferences

DEI Conferences at the Pratt Library

Additional Information
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
  1. Our Commitment
  2. Equity Statement
  3. Divisions
  4. Toolkit
  5. Conferences
    1. Equity Dashboard
    2. DEI Council
    3. Social Justice Initiatives
    4. DEI Special Events

    ReUP: Reentry Redefined Conference

    June 10—12, 2025

    reUP - Reentry Redefined Conference

    The ReUP: Reentry Redefined Conference is a must-attend gathering for anyone interested in reentry programs and supporting individuals transitioning back into society. Discover innovative approaches, hear inspiring stories, and connect with professionals in the field. This conference offers a unique opportunity to learn from experts, network with like-minded individuals, and gain valuable insights. This conference is open for all agencies, companies, and returning citizens who want to discover, discuss and implement innovative, effective ways conducive for successful reintegration. Our goal is to bridge the gap between agencies and returning citizens to create and highlight effective programming for the formerly incarcerated.

    The 2025 theme is "You Are the Missing Piece." Check back for more information about the 2025 conference.

    Sponsorship Opportunities are available.

    Contact Sierra Walker at projectencore@prattlibrary.org for more information.

    Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
    1. Our Commitment
    2. Equity Statement
    3. Divisions
    4. Toolkit
    5. Conferences
      1. Equity Dashboard
      2. DEI Council
      3. Social Justice Initiatives
      4. DEI Special Events
      Reading List for Children
      More Information
      DEI special events examples - Culture Queen for kids and woman with a job resume

      Reading List for Children

      The Pratt Library is dedicated to having programs and events that cater to underserved, overburdened marginalized communities and support the Library's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity.

      “At the Pratt, our business is access. That access may come in the form of a book, a website, or maybe a person. We find the resources to help people achieve their goals.”

      Meghan McCorkell — Chief of Marketing, Communications, & Strategy

      “Building community, collections and services is what we do, providing equitable access to these resources is Pratt's responsibility.”

      Darcell Graham — Vice President of Public Services

      “One of the hardest things to accept, acknowledge, manage and learn from is our own unconscious bias.”

      Rachel Scheuerman — Director of Projects and Special Initiatives