The Library Publishing Coalition is pleased to announce the release of the report, Powered by People: Staffing and Capacity in Library Publishing Programs and to invite the community to a webinar on June 2nd where we will share highlights and answer questions.
About the report: In summer 2025, LPC’s Staffing Survey Task Force released a survey of library publishing programs to develop a deeper understanding of how and by whom library publishing programs are staffed. The report we are releasing today outlines results and discusses key takeaways, including:
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Good practices and pain points
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Alignment between output expectations and institutional support of publishing programs
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Intentionality of staffing changes and subsequent outcomes
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Future needs and workload changes shaped by new technologies and requirements
Powered by People: Staffing and Capacity in Library Publishing Programs serves as an avenue for learning about and reflecting on labor-related decisions and changes happening within the library publishing community.
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Citation: Powered by People: Staffing and Capacity in Library Publishing Programs. (2026) Library Publishing Staffing Survey Report. Atlanta, GA: Educopia Institute. https://doi.org/10.5703/1288284318627
Webinar info: The LPC Staffing Survey Task Force will host a webinar on Tuesday, June 2 from 12-1pm EDT to discuss the results, process, and takeaways from the Staffing Survey Report. Join us for an overview of the survey report, a highlight of interesting results, and potential future research directions as well as a look behind the scenes at developing and administering the survey. This webinar will be recorded and shared for those unable to attend synchronously.
Advance registration is required. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.