The American Society for Indexing (ASI) has designated November 18 as National Indexing Day to celebrate the making and using of indexes.
We've provided these four graphics for you to post on social media to help spread the word about National Indexing Day. To download images for social media use, right click on your selected image, choose Save Image As, choose your location, and save.
Here is a list of hashtags to use in your posts.
#IndexingDay
#CelebrateIndexes
#WhatIDo
#IndexingLife
#BehindTheScenes
#IndexingMatters
#IndexIt
#IndexYourBook!
Let's celebrate indexing and indexers!
National Indexing Day Logo
Sample Posts:
"November 18th is #NationalIndexingDay — a day to celebrate the craft that keeps knowledge organized and accessible."
"Indexing: the art of connecting readers with knowledge.
Indexers: the detail oriented artists who make that happen."
"Today is #NationalIndexingDay! I hope you'll join me in recognizing the dedication of indexers everywhere."
Anatomy of an Indexer
Sample Posts:
"There's a lot more to being an #indexer than people realize!"
"Happy #NationalIndexingDay! Today, we celebrate the meticulous minds who make information accessible."
"A special shoutout to all those analytical minds out there, blessing us with quality indexes too often ignored! It's time to celebrate your invaluable work."
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Does It Need an Index?
Sample Posts:
"Not sure if your book needs an index? Maybe this will help you decide!"
"Is an index the missing piece in your book? Follow this flowchart to know for sure!"
"Every book deserves to be accessible, no matter what's inside!"
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What My Friends Think I Do
Sample Posts:
"Curator, detective, organizer...being an indexer means wearing many hats!"
"It's more than just a love for books. Indexing is an art!"
"Happy #NationalIndexingDay! Here's a look at what it really means to be an indexer."
"Indexers connect people to knowledge with precision and creativity. It's what we do!"
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National Indexing Day Poster
Click the link, then download the PDF. Print for your office or local library.