Following a July 15 decision by the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, the Digital Equity Act (DEA) Competitive Grant Program is set to resume, but without a key provision that ...

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 ...

The Public Library Association (PLA) announced the availability of a new practical guide for engaging Spanish-speaking community members.

Listening to audiobooks is one of the main ways I de-stress (and make chores enjoyable)! Right now, I'm in the middle of a ...

In this webinar, we share the new Libraries Advancing Accessibility Toolkit, which helps staff and patrons increase access to and awareness of settings, apps, and resources available on the iPad and ...

Learn how to get started with a Youth Poet Laureate program and why you should consider implementing one in your library.

Grab a drink, get comfy, and join book lovers from around the country as we chat with amazing authors featuring Claire Boyles, Lisa Kleypas, Elizabeth Letts, and Eli McCann. Moderated by Donna Seaman, ...

As part of the American Library Association’s 150th Anniversary, ALA Annual 2026 will bring together thousands of library professionals to celebrate our collective achievements and chart a bold course ...

Core continuing education opportunities. ALA John Cotton Dana Library Public Relations Award Frederick G. Kilgour Award for Research in Library and Information Technology Christian (Chris) Larew ...

The ALSC office is only requesting for one copy to be sent to the committee chair. Standards are in place for the committee members to review and share submissions. Neither the ALSC office nor the ...

The purpose of this document is to provide ALA guidance for libraries developing or revising local artificial intelligence (AI) use policies, procedures, and vendor-review practices. This guidance ...

ALA Election Information The following ALA Bylaw Amendments in the 2026 Election were APPROVED by the ALA Membership: Click here for more information about the ALA Bylaws Amendments. Adopt ALA Bylaws ...