Rural, Native, and Tribal Libraries of All Kinds Committee
Charge
To review issues and challenges facing rural, native and tribal libraries of all kinds; to collaborate with other ALA units addressing the needs of rural communities; and to serve as an advocate for and partner with libraries serving rural, tribal and native populations.Roster
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Composition
The Rural, Native and Tribal Libraries of All Kinds Committee shall consist of 11 members, including a chair to be appointed annually by the ALA President-elect:
- 1 member from the American Indian Library Association, appointed by the AILA president
- 1 member from PLA, appointed by the PLA presiding officer
- 1 member from AASL, appointed by the AASL presiding officer
- 1 member appointed by the chair of the Legislation Committee, Washington office
- 1 member appointed by the OLOS Advisory Committee Chair
- 6 members at large to be selected by the ALA President-elect
Origin
Upon recommendation by the Committee on Organization at the 2005 ALA Midwinter Meeting, the ALA Council established the Rural, Native and Tribal Libraries of All Kinds Committee as a standing ALA committee.Get Involved
ALA values committed and active committee members. Qualified members are welcome to volunteer to serve on the Rural, Native, and Tribal Libraries of All Kinds 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.Staff Liaison
Miguel A. FigueroaDirector, Office for Diversity & Spectrum
Acting Director, Office for Literacy and Outreach Services
mfigueroa{at}ala{dot}org
1-800-545-2433 ext. 5295
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