Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered Health
Science LibrariansLesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered Health
Science Librarians
Vancouver, B.C. May 9, 2000, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
There were 26 people in attendance.
The meeting began with introductions and a welcome from Peter J., our co-chair.
Much discussion ensued regarding accommodations for MLA 2001 in Orlando. It has been a SIG tradition to stay in hotels that are less expensive, yet close by the conference hotels. This will be all but impossible in Orlando due to transportation issues, and the necessity of renting cars will most likely negate the hotel cost advantage. Many alternatives were discussed, however, the ending consensus was that the conference hotel would be preferable under the circumstances. Information about other hotels will be provided for those who prefer to stay off-site of Disney and rent a car.
It was suggested that the SIG hold more "mini-socials" next conference to offset the effects of not staying together, and that we facilitate the sharing of rooms by posting to the list.
Program planning for 2001 is moving along nicely, as Richard K. reported. Patricia Walker, M.D. is willing to speak on the subject of travel medicine for special populations. Co-sponsorship from several sections has been requested, including funding for the speaker.
It was suggested as a fall-back program idea that we explore contacting Disney for a speaker on the topic of diversity programs. Disney is well-known for doing a particularly good job of this. Mary H. suggested a co-sponsorship with the new Leadership Section. She will take the idea to them and let us know. Perhaps we could sponsor two programs at this conference.
Membership voted on an official name change of the SIG to include the word "Transgendered", making the full name of the SIG "Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered Health Sciences Librarians of the Medical Library Association" There were no dissenting opinions. Members present believe we need to submit this request to Section Council and will ask Jerry to follow up on this.
It was suggested that the SIG do a 5 year plan. This idea was well-received. A sub-committee was established to look at this, including Bill K., Robb M., Sally H. and Michael S.
Tom F. asked for suggestions for handling outdated names on the membership list. There are people on the list we haven't heard from in years. It was decided that he would first try to contact these people and ask if they still wanted to be members. It was also suggested that we should all re-introduce ourselves on the list, since it has been awhile since the list began and there are many new members.
Chris S. brought up his concerns about the SIG web sites. There are many things we could do on an official web server that cannot be accomplished in Chris' personal website. The MLANET Editorial Board is investigating issues related to charges, maintenance, and support of Section, Chapter, and SIG websites on the MLANET server. It is anticipated that MLANET web hosting services will be free for Sections and Chapters, and potentially for SIGs as well. In any case, the SIG needs to examine the issue of web server space in the near future. This issue has been tabled until the MLANET Editorial Board provides more information regarding MLANET web server services, or until the 2001 Business Meeting, whichever comes first.
Programming for MLA 2002 in Dallas was discussed. Bill F. will be heading up this effort and the topic will be Transgendered issues and the education of present and future healthcare workers. Motion on this topic passed.
The meeting ended with awards and recognitions given to office holders and others who served the SIG during the past year.
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