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
2024 NNLM Active Member Survey Now Live!
The NNLM Active Members Survey is now open! Every couple of years, NNLM reaches out to its member organizations for feedback on its membership, its value, and to learn more about unmet needs. Your responses will be used to inform decisions about future programs and services. If your organization had active engagement with NNLM from May 1, 2023, to April 30, 2024, please keep a look out for an email from the National Evaluation Center. Learn more!
Region 6 Highlight
The Addict's Wake - Community Screening Award
In 2023, 48.5 million people (17.1%) in the U.S, 12 years and older, battled a substance use disorder (SUD). The award-winning documentary, The Addict’s Wake, documents one rural Indiana community -- picturesque on the outside but hurting on the inside. Is your community also grappling with this widespread health crisis? If so, now you have an opportunity to offer hope and a way forward. NNLM Region 6 has partnered with Glory Girl Productions to bring the film to your community. Learn how to screen the film and discuss harm reduction, recovery options, and more!
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!