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Awards and Recognition for Broward County Libraries

Broward County Libraries' programs, services and employees continue to receive awards and recognitions for excellence.

2026

​Florida Library Association (FLA)

  • Library of the Year - This prestigious honor recognizes the extraordinary work, innovation, and dedication demonstrated across our entire system. Every branch, every section, and every staff member contributed to this achievement.

  • Media Partne​r Award: Westside Gazette - Celebrating our strong and impactful partnership in promoting literacy, community awareness, and equitable access to information.

  • Intellectual Freedom Award: AARLCC's Saturday School - Honoring the African American Research Library and Cultural Center's Saturday School program for its commitment to open inquiry, education, and the protection of intellectual freedom.

  • Communications Award: “Freegal Wizard" Campaign - Recognizing our creative and highly successful marketing campaign promoting Freegal, which connected thousands of residents with free music and digital resources.


​2025

​Southeast Florida Library Information Network (SEFLIN) ​Beacon Awards

MarCom Awards

  • Platinum - Broward County Library’s Freegal Quest Campaign
  • Gold - Broward County Library’s 50th Anniversary Campaign
  • Gold - Broward County Library Magazine
  • Gold - Broward County Library Magazine Cover – Read to Gilligan the Therapy Dog
  • Gold - Freegal Video featuring Francine the Librarian
  • Gold - Body of Work - Photography/Video by Jon Reino, Broward County Library
  • Honorable Mention - I Read Banned Books Promotional Button
  • Honorable Mention - Broward County Library “I Read Banned Books” Library Card
  • Honorable Mention - Broward County Library’s Senior Spotlight E-Newsletter
  • Honorable Mention - Broward County Library’s Family Spotlight E-Newsletter

Florida Library Association 

National Association of County Information Officers (NACIO)

National Association of Counties (NACo)​