New Members Round Table
Our Mission
Our mission is to help those who have been association members less than ten years become actively involved in the association and the profession. The goals are fourfold: (1) to structure formal opportunities for involvement and/or training for professional association committee experiences on the national, state and local levels; (2) to provide a wide variety of programs to assist, encourage, and educate those new to the association and the profession; (3) to offer a variety of leadership training and opportunities to help those approaching the end of their NMRT eligibility make the transition to future positions in the association and the profession, and; (4) to develop and implement ongoing programs for library school students which encourage professional involvement and networking.
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PLA releases “Family Engagement for Spanish-Speaking Community Members” Workbook
The Public Library Association (PLA) announced the availability of a new practical guide for engaging Spanish-speaking community members.
ALA Council adopts Guidance on the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Libraries
The American Library Association (ALA) Council has adopted “Guidance on the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Libraries,” a new resource designed to help libraries develop and revise policies for the ethical, human-centered use of artificial intelligence.
New Report Examines Evolving Role Of Public Libraries In Media Literacy And News Access
The Public Library Association (PLA) and Press Reader released the “News Access and Media Literacy in Public Libraries” report examining how public libraries are supporting patrons as they navigate an increasingly complex information environment.