American+Library+Association

===[|The American Library Association], or ALA, is a national organization whose mission 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.” --ALA Constitution===

Benefits of Personal Membership
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 * Divisions:** ALA is home to eleven membership divisions, each with a specialization. ALA divisions publish journals, books, newsletters, and other materials; provide continuing education in a variety of venues and formats; offer awards and scholarships; sponsor institutes and conferences; and maintain networks of affiliates, chapters, and other collaborative relationships.