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Funded by the State of Connecticut and the Institute of Museums and Library Services, Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA), the Division of Library Development (DLD) provides leadership, funding, education, and statewide services that enhance the ability of Connecticut libraries to deliver high-quality library services to their communities.
As part of the CT State Library, DLD adheres to the agency's strategic framework offered below.
Vision
We pursue an inclusive future informed by deep and broad knowledge of Connecticut’s many histories and communities.
Mission
The CT State Library is a gateway to lifelong learning for all residents and visitors, inspiring a shared and informed future through our diverse, historic, and cultural resources.
Values Statement
The CT State Library commits to serving as a universal touchpoint, offering help to all as a trusted place without a sense of stigma, fostering intergenerational participation in civic life, and welcoming every individual with intention and inclusion.