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Become a Knowledge and Library Ambassador

Are you...

Passionate about continuous learning? Involved in education?

A mentor for staff? An advocate of evidence-based practice?


Why not become a Knowledge and Library Ambassador?


What is in it for you?

  • Opportunities for professional development and networking.
  • Potential to gain knowledge and advocacy skills.
  • Recognition for your contribution to improving knowledge sharing and evidence-based practice.
  • Information about the latest service improvements and resources, often ahead of general announcements.
  • Celebration events for ambassadors


What will we want from you?

  • Serve as a liaison between your team and the library service.
  • Attend quarterly MS Teams meetings, or communicate via a chat forum and a shared Futures NHS workspace if unavailable.
  • Show enthusiasm for expressing needs and promoting library offerings to NHS staff.
  • Support the library in promoting training, outreach, and awareness initiatives.
  • Proudly wear a Knowledge and Library Ambassador badge!

If you are interested please contact us at: sally.thomas@uhnm.nhs.uk 

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