Association of Specialized and Cooperative Library Agencies
ASCLA’s Mission “ Enhancing the effectiveness of library service “ Enhancing the effectiveness of library service by advocating for and providing high quality by advocating for and providing high quality networking, enrichment, and educational networking, enrichment, and educational opportunities for its diverse members, who opportunities for its diverse members, who represent state library agencies, libraries represent state library agencies, libraries serving special populations, library serving special populations, library cooperatives, and library consultants.” cooperatives, and library consultants .”
ASCLA’s Vision “ ASCLA is the premier destination for ALA members to find information about and build capacity to serve [our core] populations.” Advocacy Information Policy Professional Leadership & Development
ASCLA’S History In 1977, two ALA Divisions merged to form ASCLA: • The American Association of State Library Agencies (founded in 1957) • The Health and Rehabilitative Library Services Division (founded in 1956 as the Association of Hospital and Institution Libraries) The Independent Librarians Exchange Round Table (ILERT) merged with ASCLA in 1998.
ASCLA is the smallest ALA division, yet the most diverse Exclusive Home to Special Libraries and Library Consultants ASCLA is the premier national association for • State libraries and state library staff • Library consultants and independent librarians • Library cooperatives and staff • Libraries and library staff serving special populations
Who We Are… Librarians, library agencies and staff serving special populations , such as people with sensory, physical, health or behavioral conditions.
Who We Are… State libraries, librarians and staff of state library agencies, and state library consultants – state library staff and organizations created or authorized by the state government to promote library services in the state.
Who We Are… Library networks and cooperatives and their staff – organizations of one or more types of libraries: academic, public, special, or school to collaborate to maximize the funds available for provision of library services to all citizens.
Who We Are… Consultants, independent or contract librarians, as well as those who work outside of traditional library settings.
Who We Are… Tribal Librarians Prison Librarians Public Health Librarians …and growing !
ASCLA's Values Access to library services and information for all Professional growth Librarians and staff as educators Unique contributions by all
ASCLA’s Promise to You • Members First : the most valuable resource of ASCLA • Best national peer network for librarians serving our constituent populations • Advocacy: speaking up for universal access to information and libraries; serving as the voice for under- represented populations in libraries • Top quality leadership and professional development opportunities • Dissemination of relevant, timely and useful information affecting the field
Organizational Chart Association of Specialized and Cooperative Library Agencies ALA ASCLA, Board of One of 11 Directors Divisions of ALA ASCLA Committees ASCLA Interest Groups
ASCLA Interest Groups • Plan and present conference programs and preconferences • Present or sponsor webinars and online courses • Write articles for ASCLA’s Interface e-newsletter • Hold discussion forums for members • Publish standards, books, or professional codes of ethics • Create new ASCLA products, such as an online tutorial or tip sheets in ASCLA's core interest areas • Hold social gatherings and networking sessions
ASCLA Committees • Set policies and procedures • Organize and manage events • Propose ideas and new initiatives • Maintain website, standards, materials
Member Impact More than 800 ASCLA members Represents over 15 countries Represents academic, public, government, school, corporate, and special libraries Close to 100 member volunteers Numerous volunteer committees and opportunities
ASCLA / COSLA Awards ASCLA / Keystone Library Automation System (KLAS) National Organization on Disability (NOD) Award Francis Joseph Campbell Award ASCLA Exceptional Service Award ASCLA Leadership & Professional Achievement Award Cathleen Bourdon Service Award
Signature Events Annual Conference • ASCLA / COSLA / FAFLRT Awards & Networking Reception • ASCLA 101 (new since Annual Conference 2014!) • ASCLA President’s Program Midwinter Meeting • Informal “get to know us” Happy Hour event • ASCLA Leadership Session
ASCLA on the Web Get the latest news in the field:
Learning with ASCLA Conference Programming Professional Tools on the Discussion Forums ASCLA Website Webinars and Online Courses
Learning with ASCLA Online Courses • Captioning Instructional Videos • An Introduction to Correctional Librarianship • The Reader-Friendly Library: Evaluating the Visitor Experience Webinars & Webcasts • How to Articulate Your Library’s Value • Arms Open Wide: Outreach to Customers with Print Impairments • Tiny Questions, Big Results: How to Create Rich Assessment Tools • How to Establish an Accessibility Compliance Evaluation Program for Electronic Resource Acquisition
Interface ASCLA’s Official Online Magazine • Published quarterly • Themed by population • Conference news • Submit an article • Propose a feature
ASCLA Direct • Monthly e-newsletter, exclusively for ASCLA members • News, dates, deadlines, and valuable information directly from the ASCLA office
Connect with ASCLA members Networking Opportunities: • Awards Receptions/Gatherings • Consultants Networking Luncheon • Informal Midwinter get-together • Meetings, IGs, ASCLA 101… anytime ! • Serve on a committee • Join or lead an ASCLA Interest Group • Share your experience: submit proposals for programs or online learning • Get published: Submit an article for Interface
Connect with ASCLA members Discussion Forums Discuss common interests and exchange ideas via ASCLA’s discussion forums Email Discussion Lists Join the conversation: http://lists.ala.org/sympa Network with members on: Connect: http://connect.ala.org/ascla Even travel Blog: http://ascla.ala.org/blog/ with us! Twitter: @ala_ascla
Participate in ASCLA Attend a program, discussion forum or Interest Group Meeting, online or in person Join an ASCLA committee: Volunteer form: http://www.asclavolunteers Committee list: http://www.ala.org/ascladivisioncommittees Nominate someone (even yourself) for an award: http://www.ala.org/ascla/asclaawards/default Run for office Contact Nominating Committee or email ASCLA staff Vote! Your vote is vital in the annual ALA / ASCLA elections
Many thanks to the ASCLA staff! Susan Hornung, Executive Director Responsible for: Budget & policy matters, governance and board relations, administration, grants. Jennifer Cross, Web Services Manager Responsible for: Website & blog updates, content management, communications, online courses, publications. Melissa Tracy, Marketing & Programs Specialist Responsible for: Meetings, marketing and promotions, conference programs & activities, awards, CE programs and Smart Investing program support.
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