CNMI Joeten-Kiyu Public Library

Joeten-Kiyu Public Library, the designated State Library Administrative Agency for the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, will use funds to support the goals of their Five-Year Plan for FY 2023-2027, which reflect the purposes and priorities of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). In the Northern Marianas, specific goals include: 1) Promote Literate Northern Mariana Islands - library services, programs, collections, and partnerships that promote learning, literacy, and community connection for residents of all ages, including underserved populations; 2) Strengthen Institutional Capacity - professional development opportunities for library staff, volunteers, and community partners enabling them to provide exceptional library programs and services to all residents; 3) Enhance and Maintain Northern Mariana Islands State Library Technology - access to technology and assistance using technology to support individuals’ needs; and 4) Provide Welcoming Library Environments - access to comfortable, welcoming, and safe library environments.