Today, the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island struck down the Trump Administration’s attempts to dismantle the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).

Through the generous support of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, ALA is pleased to offer the National Day of Racial Healing stipends to selected U.S. libraries.

"ALA stands with school and academic libraries, their dedicated library workers and the talented staff of the Education Department. Together with our partners in education, ALA will work to protect ...

The American Library Association (ALA) announced the six books shortlisted for the esteemed Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction ...

The Caldecott Award Selection Committee consists of 15 members: one chair and 6 members appointed from the ALSC membership at large, and 8 members elected by the ALSC membership, serving 2-year terms ...

The Committee on Diversity consists of 17 members appointed by the ALA president-elect, serving 2 year terms and led by a Chair, appointed annually.

As of June 2022, the PLA Social Worker Task Force has been sunsetted. PLA is considering how best to reform the group to continue its important work. Please check back for updates on the task force's ...

ALA, its Divisions, Round Tables and Affiliates host many conferences, and in-person and online events to showcase cutting-edge developments in library advocacy, information literacy, and many other ...

Community and Junior College Libraries Section Website ALA Connect Community - CJCLS Executive Committee ALA Connect Community - CJCLS (CJCLS Discussion List FAQ) Before you post: please note job ...

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The Committee on Literacy consists of 12 members appointed by the ALA president-elect, serving 2 year staggered terms and led by a chair, appointed annually. The Committee on Literacy consists of 10 ...