The Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM) office for Region 6 is located at Hardin Library for the Health Sciences at the University of Iowa. By collaborating, training, and funding over 1,100 health centers, health departments, community organizations, as well as medical, public, and school libraries in a seven state region, the office supports the mission of NNLM: to provide U.S. researchers, health professionals, public health workforce, educators, and the public with equal access to biomedical and health information resources and data.
Region 6 serves the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin.
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Member organizations are eligible for benefits and services, including: NNLM funding, access to training, partnership opportunities, free educational and printed materials, NLM Traveling Exhibitions, and institutional recognition as a Network Member.
Browse open funding opportunities that are available to members in Region 6.
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In the News
NNLM Reading Club - December 2024
This month the NNLM Reading Club is highlighting three award winning best sellers that were extremely popular this year in book clubs. We know that reading can get us thinking about new topics and discussing health can improve health literacy, especially when paired with trustworthy health information. Books and health information resources are available on our Reading Club website.
Region 6 Highlight
Season's Greetings from NNLM Region 6!
The NNLM Region 6 office would like to send warm wishes and season's greetings to everyone this holiday season! The Region 6 office will be closed December 24-25, 2024 and January 1, 2025 in observance of the holidays. And coming soon a look back at some of our favorite projects from 2024!
Funding
Learn about current funding opportunities and sponsorships offered in Region 6.
Training
See a list of classes, webinars, and events-many of which offer free CE!
Partnerships
Learn about ways to partner with Region 6 including our State Advisory Groups (SAG) and Partner Outreach Program (POP).
Resources
Resources created specifically for Region 6 and beyond to share with your patrons and communities!