In this free webinar, Matt Beckstrom gives libraries a foundation to understand policy development on social media, CIPA, and the internet.
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Originally presented December 10, 2025
Join Matt Beckstrom as he provides a foundation for libraries to understand policy development relating to social media, the Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA), and the internet.
Starting at the Federal level, Matt will present applicable laws to help enhance patron-focused and staff-focused policies. He’ll discuss CIPA, including its impact, history, and current status. Finally, Matt will present some examples of contractual agreements relating to library policies.
Matt will:
- Discuss and provide examples of library policies as they relate to social media and the internet.
- Discuss applicable Federal, state, and local laws and contractual agreements with providers.
- Discuss the Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) history, impact, and status related to libraries.
Click the video below to access the recording, slides, and transcripts.
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