Mission and Vision

Our Foundational Principles

Intellectual Freedom and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Underlying the Ferguson Library’s mission and vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as the belief that intellectual freedom is the cornerstone of our democracy.  Our values are reflected in how we serve the community and how we work together.

How We Serve Our Community

We serve our users equitably by providing access to resources for personal growth and lifelong learning.  Our collections and services reflect our diverse community, and we encourage the sharing of diverse point of views to broaden our minds and strengthen relationships.  We form partnerships to support the work of other organizations whose goal is to help people lead their best lives.

How We Work Together

We hold ourselves accountable for providing exceptional service.  Our culture is based on trust and respect, and we work collaboratively to leverage our individual strengths.  We strive to be purposefully inclusive and anti-racist, and we provide opportunities to everyone who is part of the library organization to grow and be successful.

Our Commitment to Becoming an Anti-Racist Organization

The library is a signatory to Stamford Stands Against Racism and has committed itself to becoming an anti-racist organization. We have embedded this philosophy into our work at every level, from recruiting and hiring to carefully considering the programs we offer. We intend to invest in this work over the long term.