Annelisa J. Purdie

Annelisa J. Purdie is a senior children's librarian with the New York Public Library. She graduated with her MLIS degree from St. John's University and works in Harlem. Her work includes an emphasis on history, STEM, and the arts as a means of sparking innovation and establishing a sense of pride among members of the community. Annelisa coordinates interactive children's programs and literacy initiatives, and works with educators and various other community partners in servicing the children of New York City.