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Association for Information Science & Technology (ASIS&T)

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Association for Information Science & Technology (ASIS&T)

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"ASIS&T advances the information sciences and similar applications of information technology by helping members build their skills and developing their careers by providing focus, opportunity, and support through training, research, publications, and ongoing education."
https://www.asist.org/

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Association for Information Science and Technology | ASIS&T

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The Association for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T) is the preeminent professional association that bridges the gap between information science practice and research. ASIS&T members represent the fields of information science, computer science, linguistics, management, librarianship, engineering, data science, information architecture, law, medicine, chemistry, education, and related technology. ASIS&T advances the information sciences and similar applications of information technology by helping members build their skills and developing their careers by providing focus, opportunity, and support through training, research, publications, and ongoing education.

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Home - Association for Information Science and Technology | ASIS&T

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Association for Information Science & Technology ASIS&T is your indispensable resource for connecting with the Information Science & Technology community. ASIS&T Annual Meeting Join ASIS&T down under! Visit the Annual Meeting site for details on #ASIST19 in Melbourne, AU 19- 23 October. Read More Become a Member Join professionals, experts, and organizations that...

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"SAA represents more than 6,200 professional archivists employed by governments, universities, businesses, libraries, and historical organizations nationally."
https://www2.archivists.org/

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ALA is the largest association of professional library workers in the US. It also has 8 divisions, including associations focused around school librarians, public librarians, academic librarians, etc.
https://www.ala.org/aboutala/

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JCLC brings together members of five affiliate groups: AILA, APALA, BCALA, CALA, and REFORMA. More on each below.
https://www.jclcinc.org/

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The RRT "is committed to serving the information needs of the LGBTQIA+ professional library community, and the LGBTQIA+ information and access needs of individuals at large. "
https://www.ala.org/rt/rrt

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ALA manages interest groups for library workers interested in specific areas, including: Library Services for Dementia/Alzheimer's

Bridging Deaf Cultures at Your Library

Consumer Health Librarians

Library Services to the Justice-Involved

Library Services to Persons with Print Disabilities

Tribal Librarians

Universal Access
https://www.ala.org/aboutala/diversity/interest-groups

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Interest groups include members who gather virtually via ALA Connect and at conferences to share knowledge and enthusiasm for a specific subject. Interest groups offer you a valuable opportunity to contribute to your profession and engage with colleagues throughout the country as well as take on lea…

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The SRRT works "to make ALA more democratic and to establish progressive priorities not only for the Association but also for the entire profession."
https://www.ala.org/rt/srrt/

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American Indian Library Association (AILA)

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American Indian Library Association (AILA)

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AILA is "a membership action group that addresses the library-related needs of American Indians and Alaska Natives. Members are individuals and institutions interested in the development of programs to improve Indian library, cultural, and informational services in school, public, and research libraries on reservations."
https://ailanet.org/

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International Association for Social Service Information Service & Technology (IASSIST)

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International Association for Social Service Information Service & Technology (IASSIST)

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"An international organization of professionals working with information technology and data services to support research and teaching."
https://iassistdata.org/

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https://ischool.sjsu.edu/professional-associations

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APALA works to create "leadership opportunities through informed dialogue that addresses the needs of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander library workers and those who serve these communities."
https://www.apalaweb.org/

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Black Caucus American Library Association (BCALA)

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Black Caucus American Library Association (BCALA)

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BCALA was established in 1950 to "to serve as an advocate for the development, promotion, and improvement of library services and resources to the nation’s African American community; and to provide leadership  for the recruitment and professional development of African American librarians."
https://www.bcala.org/

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Chinese American Librarians Association (CALA)

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Chinese American Librarians Association (CALA)

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CALA "1) promotes better communication among Chinese American librarians; 2) serves as a forum for the discussion of mutual problems and professional concerns among Chinese American librarians; and 3) promotes the development of Chinese and American librarianship with scholarships and grants."
https://cala-web.org/

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REFORMA: The National Association to Promote Library & Information Services to Latinos and the Spanish Speaking

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REFORMA: The National Association to Promote Library & Information Services to Latinos and the Spanish Speaking

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REFORMA "has actively sought to promote the development of library collections to include Spanish-language and Latino oriented materials; the recruitment of more bilingual and bicultural library professionals and support staff; the development of library services and programs that meet the needs of the Latino community."
https://www.reforma.org/index.asp