Offices

American Library Association offices are units that address broad interests and issues of concern to ALA members.  Offices do not have members but are advised by member advisory committees. ALA’s programmatically-focused Offices can be seen as generally reflecting the member-determined priority areas of the Association, within which they track issues, and provide information, services and products for members and the general public. Offices maintain liaison relationships with ALA round tables, committees and external groups. Offices may be responsible for a functional support area. (ALA support offices, while not listed below, can be reached from the menu drop-down.)

Chapter Relations Office (CRO)

Promotes a sense of identification between the national Association and the 57 ALA Chapters; facilitates communication and coordinates leadership development for Chapter officers and leaders.

Communications & Marketing Office (CMO)

Manages the public awareness efforts of the Association, media relations, and marketing communications for ALA programs and initiatives.

Conference Services

Oversees the strategy and planning for ALA's core conferences including the Annual Conference & Exhibition, LibLearnX, and other national events.

Development Office

Responsible for planning, coordinating, implementing, managing, and evaluating fundraising programs for ALA and its units.

International Relations Office (IRO)

Increases ALA's presence in the global library community and facilitates international cooperation in library and information services.

Library & Information Resource Center (LIRC)

Provides leadership and expert advice to ALA staff, members, and the public on all matters relating to library and information resources.

Office for Accreditation

Provides authoritative leadership in assuring quality and value in graduate education for library and information studies.

Office for Diversity, Literacy, and Outreach Services (ODLOS)

Drives activities around diversity, literacy, and outreach, supporting equitable access to information and library services for all.

Office for Human Resource Development and Recruitment (HRDR)

Facilitates the recruitment, development, and advancement of library professionals and promotes the profession as a career choice.

Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF)

Charged with implementing ALA policies concerning the concept of intellectual freedom, including First Amendment issues and censorship challenges.

Office of ALA Governance

Provides support to and facilitates the work of the ALA president, president-elect, Executive Board, Council, and other governance bodies.

Public Programs Office (PPO)

Empowers libraries to create vibrant hubs of learning, conversation, and connection through cultural programming and partnerships.

Publishing and Media

As the content source of choice for the library professions, ALA Publishing produces Booklist, American Libraries, and other essential publications.

Public Policy and Advocacy (PPA)

Tracks and influences policy issues, legislation, and regulations of importance to the library community at the federal, state, and local levels.