Fair Oaks Library

Fair Oaks Library, located in Fair Oaks, California, is a vital resource for the community. With a commitment to providing equitable access to resources and fostering an inclusive environment, Fair Oaks Library offers a wide range of services and programming to support the diverse needs of its residents.

As part of the Sacramento Public Library system, Fair Oaks Library is dedicated to serving urban, suburban, and rural communities with 28 locations throughout California. The library system reaches 1.4 million residents and is focused on connecting thriving communities through learning, technology, and creation.

Fair Oaks Library's vision is to be the go-to resource for all members of the community, where everyone is respected, welcomed, and represented. The library's mission is to support diverse communities' aspirations to learn, connect, and grow. This includes bridging the digital divide by making technology available as equitably as possible and actively supporting anti-racism efforts within the community.

In line with its commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, Fair Oaks Library has implemented various initiatives such as Community Conversations to bring more diverse voices to the table and investing resources in staffing that effectively moves the organization towards equity action. The library also prioritizes inclusive recruiting and hiring practices to develop a workforce that supports the communities it serves.

Furthermore, Fair Oaks Library acknowledges its responsibility to shape policies and allocate resources in ways that promote equity within the organization. This includes revisiting and revising policies that create barriers to equitable access and examining business practices to provide opportunities for businesses that represent the community.

Through robust training, continuing education programs, and active engagement with feedback from both staff and community members, Fair Oaks Library strives to create an inclusive environment where all individuals have the opportunity to achieve their full potential.