ALA Chapter Relations Committee (CRC)

Charge

To develop and recognize Chapters as integral components of ALA.
To encourage discussion, activities and programs that support the mutual interests of ALA and the Chapters.
To advise when requested on proposals and actions of other ALA units that may affect Chapters.
To provide a forum wherein Chapters can share ideas and concerns of common interest and identify common needs and goals.
To communicate these Chapter needs and goals to ALA and ALA goals, programs and priorities to the Chapters.
To encourage and maintain a cooperative and supportive relationship among ALA, its units, and the Chapters.
To formulate and review periodically requirements for Chapter status.
To serve as an advisory committee to the Chapter Relations Office.

Roster

When you are logged in as an ALA member, the roster will display the committee members' contact information, in addition to their names, positions, and terms.

Chapter Relations Committee Roster

Public Posts from ALA Connect

Resources

Composition

The Chapter Relations Committee consists of 11 members appointed from the membership at large, serving two-year terms, and led by a chair, appointed annually.

Orientation for Chapter Leaders Workshop

The Orientation for Chapter Leaders Workshop, presented by the ALA Chapter Relations Committee at each ALA Midwinter and Annual, provides a great opportunity for Chapter Leaders (especially incoming leaders) to meet together and prepares you to lead your association. The program presents topics of interest to chapter leaders, including association management, conference planning, and membership recruitment and retention.

Select ALA Midwinter Meeting and Annual Conference Schedule

The Select ALA Midwinter Meeting and Annual Conference Schedule for Chapters lists ALA Chapter Relations Offfice and CRC meetings, events, and programs during these annual conferences.

Origin

Established on January 11, 1967, at the request of the ALA Executive Board. Functions revised in January, 1982. Size of committee revised at 1998 Midwinter Meeting in Council action.

Get Involved

ALA values committed and active committee members. Qualified members are welcome to volunteer to serve on the ALA Chapters Relations Committee. Committee members must have an interest in the work of the committee; be able to attend Annual Conferences and Midwinter Meetings to participate in the meetings and activities of the committee; and be able to work between conferences via e-mail and ALA Connect. Express your interest in serving on this or other committees by filling out an application form. Appointments take place once a year, during the spring. Committee service usually begins following Annual Conference, about July 1.