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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

We're hoping committee member @heroicendeavour.eurosky.social is going to bring us some back:

NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The 1st Oct is International Coffee Day! ☕ Seems an apt time to remind you about our informal monthly online Coffee Catch ups: 8/10 11-12:00 6/11 10-11:00 7/12 14-15:00 More here: nlisn.org/past-events/ Contact us to be added to the mailing list: nlisn.org/contact-us/ #Neurodiverse #librarian

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

🥳Our next in person event on 'Intersections: Identity, Neurodivergence & Library/Information Work' is in London on 21st Oct 10-4pm More info & booking: tiny.cc/vnya101 Eventbrite asks for payment upfront,but contact us if you need an invoice: nlisn.org/contact-us/ or want to enquire about a bursary

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The Muppets: Gonzo, Kermit, Miss Piggy & Friends

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

We're hoping committee member @heroicendeavour.eurosky.social is going to bring us some back:

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

⭐Happy St Jerome's Day🥳 (patron saint of scholars and librarians) erm, can we have the day off work please?

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

⭐Please tell us what you think about our achievements in the last year & our plans for next✨ Annual report: zenodo.org/records/2211... Provide Feedback here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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NLISN AGM 2026

Please tell us what you think about our achievements in the last year and our plans for next, available here: 2026 Annual Report and Plan

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

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The Muppets: Gonzo, Kermit, Miss Piggy & Friends

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.org.uk · 23/09/2026

Is your library service considering applying to Arts Council England’s National Portfolio Investment Programme 2028–33? Applications open on 20 October and close on 15 December 2026. You can explore the guidance and start preparing your application here: buff.ly/UG2FXL7

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DocAtCDI @docatcdi.com · 09/04/2026

I have a library joke, but I'll shelve it for now.

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Ben Abrahamse @babrahamse.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

once again: the reason we have libraries is to keep librarians off the streets where they cause trouble

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Our very own committee member @heroicendeavour.eurosky.social is speaking (for her day job) about Open Access Books& publishing:

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

⭐Please tell us what you think about our achievements in the last year & our plans for next✨ Annual report: zenodo.org/records/2211... Provide Feedback here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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NLISN AGM 2026

Please tell us what you think about our achievements in the last year and our plans for next, available here: 2026 Annual Report and Plan

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Theres a useful excel sheet to work out how green your library website is from @dpc-chat.digipres.club.ap.brid.gy www.dpconline.org/digipres/imp... You can also calculate how green your digital collections are. Excellently interesting for those who like numbers (and the environment of course)

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Carbon Footprint Toolkit - Digital Preservation Coalition

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

It will be a two cup kind of morning today☕ A good morning from the gal that looked at 'ajenda' and thought why is is autocorrect trolling me... 🙃 #dyslexic #dyslexia

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Frank Cifaldi @frankcifaldi.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

This is a book about portrayals of librarians in video games, which heavily used our video game research library for reference, and then the final work was donated to our library. An ouroboros of video game library.

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

A final Friday push for this, Deadline is Tuesday 22nd. Call for speakers:

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Andrew Walsh @playbrarian.uk · 17/09/2026

As well as these two webinars we've got lined up for individual bookings, you can book us to deliver something specifically for your organisation! Currently got 3 organisations sorting out this option (for various workshops!) at the moment, but always space for more :) nlisn.org/training-wor...

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Training & Workshops

Neurodiversity Training for Libraries, Archives and Information Services The Neurodivergent Library and Information Staff Network (NLISN) now provides training that helps organisations build more n…

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Nat Guest @unfortunatalie.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

There can only be 50 officially diagnosed ADHD people in a country and we must fight for a seat at the table. The table is round like in Camelot and we assemble twice a year. We don't get anything done at all.

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

☕The only way to start our day: No need to @ me. It's coffee. I can make a brew (tea), honestly

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Like this one though: Neurokin: A term that refers to the people who share your neurotype

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Like this one though: Neurokin: A term that refers to the people who share your neurotype

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Currenlly having a ball in our AGM 🥳 We've just played spot the committee member. If you want to know more about the committee you can see our profiles here: nlisn.org/committee/

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Heard the term 'neuro-different' today... thoughts?

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Caroline Ball @heroicendeavour.eurosky.social · 13/09/2026

Three of my favourite descriptions of what it’s like inside an ADHD brain, from the comments on a HuffPost article about ADHD. Personally I tend to say it’s like a pinball machine with about 17 balls, at least one broken flipper, and a sticky spring launcher. But I do like the squirrels…

Facebook comment from user Meryl Oliver: “It's like every word in every thought is a clickable link that takes me in another direction.”

Facebook comment from user Sonia Ponzo: “Someone I know described it as an airport: there are 20 shops open, each with their own music; there's constant chatter, noises and announcements; flights are often delayed and there's the occasional crash.”

Facebook comment from user Stephen Barnes: “I describe mine as an army of 30 highly caffeinated squirrels in my head, most are privates but some have specific functions. One of them is Welfare Squirrel, whom I'll come back to.

The problem with my ADHD brain is that I don't have a Sergeant-Major to keep the men in check, so they all run around doing their own thing and because they're doped up on caffeine, they're shouting and being really excited. When one finds something of interest he'll shout about it and try to be heard over all the others also shouting about things they've found.

My problem is that Welfare Squirrel, who looks after my body functions, is very meek and mild. He can't shout unless its an absolute emergency. That's why one minute I don't need the loo at all, then 2 minutes later l've got a double emergency to deal with urgently, or why I suddenly feel really hungry when I realised I haven't eaten for 2 days.”

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Caroline Ball @heroicendeavour.eurosky.social · 14/09/2026

Librarians, assemble! ✊ We're running a short, anonymous survey (10-15 mins) exploring how libraries actually decide whether to fund collective, fee-free open access, or not. Where does the money come from? What evidence carries the most weight? And what happens when the answer is no? Thank you!

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What made you say yes? OBC open access library support survey

About this survey This survey is run by the Open Book Collective - a charity registered in England and Wales (charity no. 1206287). For the purposes of data protection law, the Open Book Collective is...

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Rachel Coldicutt @rachelcoldicutt.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

What is about brains that means sitting down at my desk with a clear day for writing means that I immediately experience a harrowing long, dark night of the soul, but starting to write something on my phone while standing up on the train then finishing it in a coffee shop is fine?

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Do you like herding cats?* Come & be our secretary! We're looking for a new member of our volunteer committee. Details in the image below. Contact us at nlisn.org/contact-us/ for more details or to submit a short paragraph explaining why you'd be a good fit. Deadline 16th Sep. *people, not cats

a text based image reading "Working closely with the Co-Chairs and wider committee, this role is responsible for supporting the smooth running of NLISN's governance and committee activities.
The Secretary organises committee meeting dates, prepares and distributes agendas, takes minutes and records actions, and maintains committee records and documentation. The role also supports communication between committee members and helps ensure that actions and decisions are accurately recorded and followed up.
This is an organisational role that would suit someone who is detail-oriented, enjoys keeping things on track, and is comfortable working closely with the Co-Chairs and other committee members.

You would be expected to try to attend our monthly committee meetings, and catch up with notes/ actions afterwards. The Secretary role is a roughly 4/5 hour commitment each month (including the monthly meeting)."

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Sharing this: The Little Book of #Neurodiverse Hope is a knowledge‑sharing project that aims to capture how #neurodiverse #students navigate #university life & support one another. There's a survey to go along side it if you have a moment? More here: app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/mmu/little...

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Little Book of Neurodiverse Hope - Online Surveys | Online surveys

Online surveys is a powerful, easy to use tool for creating online surveys. Run by Jisc, Online surveys is used by over 300 different organisations in the UK...

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Our AGM is happening this week, everyone welcome:

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

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Andrew Walsh @playbrarian.uk · 09/09/2026

Fancy an insight into managing neurodivergent staff, making the most of them, understanding some of the ways in which people's brains work that might differ from your own (so be a tad difficult for you)? Get yourself booked on this webinar (or book us to deliver something for your management team).

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Since September marks National Inclusion week, NLISN are happy to announce a new series of events focusing on #Neurodiversity Training for #Libraries, #Archives & Information Services🥳 These will help workplaces establish a neuro-inclusive environment & are aimed at any library/archive. 1/3

NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Something cheery to start the week 😀 Hope you have a great one! A post for #MosaicMonday. This tree of knowledge mosaic is on the wall of a school library. From www.mosaicart.org.uk

Photo of a mosaic art piece showing a tree embellished with green leaves and colourful books. On the top right of the tree sits an owl. The bottom of the picture shows green grass and the background is sky blue. At the base of the tree there are a few small piles of books

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Let the games* begin! *cake... I mean cake.. #EatAnExtraDessertDay🍨🍰🥧🍪 🎨by Artist: A N Buchanan, 1968, from a ladybird book.

image of a group of children sitting around a table covered in a checquerd table cloth. On the table sits a variety of dishes. Including jam tarts, sandwiches, a sandwich cake, a large iced cake. Matching cups and plates in yellow are in front of each child.

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Happy new term😉 Just learnt a new word: technostress 📄The price of productivity: Burnout and technostress among academic library workers⬇️ www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... #Library #Librarian #LibraryWorker #burnout #Stress #Academic #Academia #HE #Wellbeing #Employment

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Ron Swanson Throws Away Online Classes

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Ben Potts @ben-potts.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

A journal editorial asked whether autism has lost its meaning. A documentary asked whether ADHD is real. My new blog post is about what that does to the people who then say nothing. blogs.city.ac.uk/needs/autism...

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Autism and ADHD Under Attack: What It Costs to Be Doubted in Public

What this summer's arguments about autism and ADHD do to diagnosis, stigma and whether people tell anyone.

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NLISN @nlisn.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

🚨Klaxon for the below🔽⬇️⏬

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