The mission of the American Library Association is to provide leadership for the development, promotion, and improvement of library and information services and the profession of librarianship in order to enhance learning and ensure access to information for all.
The American Library Association is governed by a policy-making Council elected directly by members; an executive board made up of four officers elected by members, plus ten members elected by Council, that is responsible for the oversight management and direction of ALA; and an Executive Director who oversees the administration and management of the Association.
The ALA Executive Office and Office of ALA Governance provide support to and facilitate the work of the Association and all its members, and specifically serves as liaisons to the two governing bodies of the Association: the ALA Executive Board and ALA Council.
Meet our staff:
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Tracie D. Hall |
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Sheryl Reyes (800) 545-2433, Ext. 4230 |
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Marsha P. Burgess |
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Cheryl Malden Program Officer cmalden@ala.org (800) 545-2433, Ext. 3247 Areas of Responsibility: ALA Awards Program, Honorary Membership, ALA Affiliates, Staff liaison to Presidential Advisory Committees, and Meeting Planner for member leader social events. |
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Holly Robison |
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Raymond Garcia |