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June 27, 2025
ALA celebrates Supreme Court ruling to protect federal broadband programs
The American Library Association (ALA) applauded the Supreme Court 6-3 decision to uphold the Universal Service Fund (USF).
June 27, 2025
American Library Association chooses Daniel Montgomery as new executive director
The American Library Association (ALA) has selected Daniel J. Montgomery as its next executive director. He will replace Interim Executive Director Leslie Burger.
June 12, 2025
Dr. Carla Hayden to appear at 2025 American Library Association Annual Conference
Former Librarian of Congress set to participate in conversation with award-winning author Kwame Alexander.
June 6, 2025
Court allows Trump administration to proceed with efforts to destroy Institute of Museum and Library Services as case continues
A federal judge has declined to block the Trump administration’s efforts to dismantle the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). The ruling, issued today in ALA v. Sonderling, will allow the administration’s cuts at the independent agency while the case proceeds.
May 21, 2025
ALA welcomes IMLS staff return and select grant reinstatements, cautiously optimistic about national case
ALA welcomed the return of Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) staff to work and the reinstatement of some IMLS grants, which had been terminated following President Trump’s March 14 Executive Order 14238.
May 15, 2025
ALA raises alarm over termination of Digital Equity Act grants
The American Library Association (ALA) raised alarm over the Trump Administration’s cancellation of the Digital Equity Act grant program as of May 9.
ALA in the News
The association, founded in 1876, condemned legislation that would threaten librarians and other educators with criminal prosecution for possessing “obscene” material.
Vote for the talks you want to hear at 2014 ALA Annual Conference
CHICAGO — Public voting is now open through March 31, 2014 to determine which 40 talks in two formats will be added to this year’s ALA Annual Conference program from the 95 submissions received. “Conversation Starter” talks are fast-paced 45-minute...
Exciting preconferences from ALCTS during Annual Conference in Las Vegas
CHICAGO — Exciting preconferences are coming your way during this year's American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference in Las Vegas from the Association for Library Collections and Technical Services ( ALCTS). From Fundamentals of Collection...
Philippe Petit to speak at United for Libraries’ President’s Program at Annual
PHILADELPHIA – United for Libraries will present Philippe Petit, subject of the Academy Award-winning 2008 documentary “Man on Wire,” at United for Libraries President’s Program from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. on Monday, June 30 at the ALA Annual Conference in Las...
Ilyasah Shabazz, Auditorium Speaker at 2014 ALA Annual Conference
CHICAGO - Community organizer, activist, motivational speaker and author of the critically acclaimed "Growing Up X ," Ilyasah Shabazz is sure to move attendees as she talks about what inspires and motivates her when she appears as an Auditorium Speaker at...
Lois Lowry to speak, Daniel Handler to present at President’s Program, 2014 ALA Annual Conference
CHICAGO - Lois Lowry, legendary best-selling youth author and two-time Newbery Medal winner will be the featured speaker in Barbara Stripling’s ALA President’s Program & Awards Presentation at the 2014 ALA Annual Conference, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. on Sunday...
Jane Fonda, Auditorium Speaker at 2014 ALA Annual Conference, to discuss adolescent empowerment
CHICAGO -- Jane Fonda is much more than a legendary Oscar- and Emmy-winning actress, successful producer, fitness guru, No. 1 New York Times bestselling author and activist and advocate on issues ranging from the environment to human rights. Her focus for...
Deadline for applications for Trustee Conference Grant extended to March 14
PHILADELPHIA – United for Libraries is accepting applications for the United for Libraries/Gale Trustee Conference Grant through March 14, 2014. The United for Libraries/Gale Trustee Conference Grant enables a public library Trustee to attend the ALA...
Alexander McCall Smith, Auditorium Speaker at 2014 ALA Annual Conference
CHICAGO -- Attendees at 2014 ALA Annual Conference will not want to miss the chance to hear the entertaining Alexander McCall Smith, author of the internationally acclaimed No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series, when he appears as an Auditorium Speaker...
Azar Nafisi, Auditorium Speaker at 2014 ALA Annual Conference
CHICAGO — Azar Nafisi, award-winning, critically acclaimed author of “Reading Lolita in Tehran,” the long-running New York Times bestseller published around the world in 32 languages, will offer insights into her work, including her engagement in...
Four local libraries honored for offering cutting-edge services
Today, the American Library Association (ALA) recognized four libraries for offering cutting-edge technologies in library services, honoring programs in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada; Bridgewater, New Jersey; Raleigh, North Carolina; and University Park...
Introverted leadership topic of ALCTS President’s Program in Las Vegas
CHICAGO — Dr. Jennifer B. Kahnweiler, an Atlanta-based author, international speaker and executive coach hailed as a “champion for introverts,” is the featured speaker at the President’s Program of the Association for Library Collections & Technical...
Spider-Man™ creator Stan Lee, Auditorium Speaker at 2014 ALA Annual Conference
CHICAGO — Stan Lee, known to millions as the man whose Super Heroes propelled Marvel to its preeminent position in the comic book industry and whose co-creations include Spider-Man™, The Avengers ™, X-Men™, Iron Man™, The Incredible Hulk™, The Fantastic...
ALA Council approves new Lemony Snicket Prize for Noble Librarians Faced with Adversity
CHICAGO — The American Library Association (ALA) Council, at a Tuesday session during the ALA Midwinter Meeting & Exhibits, approved the new Lemony Snicket Prize for Noble Librarians Faced with Adversity. The award, which ALA intends to present at its...
CHICAGO — 2014 ALA Annual Conference attendees have the chance to inspire colleagues and move the needle forward for the profession in one-hour "Conversation Starters" and five-minute "Ignite" sessions. Session proposals are accepted through Tuesday, Feb...
2014 ALA Annual Conference registration and housing now open
CHICAGO — The American Library Association (ALA) promises the same outstanding content, professional development and networking opportunities as always at the 2014 Annual Conference, June 26-July 1 in Las Vegas. Early Bird registration and housing are...
