PLA Committees

The PLA Conference, Public Libraries magazine, and Project Outcome (just to name a few) are all direct outcomes of the participation of our members on PLA committees. All PLA members are urged to apply. We need the talent and skill of dedicated professionals like you!

Appointments

Each spring, the PLA president-elect will appoint PLA members to the committees and advisory groups you see listed below. If you are interested in volunteering to serve on one of these groups, please complete the volunteer form (ALA login required) by Wednesday, January 22, 2025 to be considered for the 2025–2026 service term. Please note that PLA is not able to accommodate all volunteer requests; however we will keep your name and committee preferences for two years to allow for two rounds of committee appointments. Feel free to call the PLA office at 1-800-545-2433, ext. 5PLA (5752) for more information.

Committees & Advisory Groups

PLA committees and advisory groups work virtually throughout the year and can meet in-person at ALA Annual Conference.

Committees

• Advocacy and Strategic Partnerships Committee
• Annual Conference 2026 Program Subcommittee
• Board of Directors
• Budget and Finance Committee
• Committee on Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Social Justice
• Leadership Development Committee
• 2026 Nominating Committee
• PLA 2026 Conference Committee
  • PLA 2026 Conference Program Subcommittee
  • PLA 2026 Conference Local Arrangements Subcommittee

Advisory Groups

• Continuing Education Advisory Group
• Digital Literacy Advisory Group
• Measurement, Evaluation and Assessment Advisory Group
• Membership Advisory Group
• Public Libraries Advisory Group