Australian Library and Information Association

The Australian Library and Information Association [ALIA] is the professional organisation for the Australian library and information services sector. It seeks to empower the profession in the development, promotion and delivery of quality library and information services to the nation, through leadership, advocacy and mutual support.

ALIA is celebrating its 75th Anniversary in 2012. Established in 1937 as the Australian Institute of Librarians, the Association assumed the title of the Library Association of Australia in 1949, and in 1989 adopted the new name of the Australian Library and Information Association in recognition of the broadening scope of the profession.

The Association is governed by a Constitution and is guided by a vision, mission, objects and values. Our policy statements are developed by an elected Board of Directors and implemented by the ALIA National Office.

Membership of ALIA is open to individuals and organisations alike: the only membership requirement is an interest in the sector.

Members of ALIA can belong to as many groups as they wish. These groups actively participate in Association activities.

ALIA Awards, national and regional, are presented each year to reward members of the library and information community and to celebrate their achievements.

ALIA National Office staff are based in ALIA House in the nation's capital, Canberra.

ALIA publications are an important means of professional development, engagement and communication, as are our e-lists, conferences, and events. Any person interested in ALIA and the library and information sector can subscribe to our free monthly e-newsletter, aliaNEWS.

Check out our Latest news on our ALIA home page. Our advocacy program includes our priority lobbying issues, recent media releases, submissions to government, national advocacy campaigns, and Summits.