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ALIA Vision, Mission, Objects

To be the association of choice for information professionals and the library and information services sector.

ALIA is the national professional association for the Australian library and information sector.

...from the ALIA Constitution

To promote the free flow of information and ideas in the interest of all Australians and a thriving culture, economy and democracy;
To promote and improve the services provided by all kinds of library and information agencies;
To ensure the high standard of personnel engaged in information provision and foster their professional interests and aspirations;
To represent the interests of members to governments, other organisations and the community; and
To encourage people to contribute to the improvement of library and information services through support and membership of the association.

Promotion of the free flow of information and ideas through open access to recorded knowledge, information, and creative works.
Connection of people to ideas.
Commitment to literacy, information literacy and learning.
Respect for the diversity and individuality of all people.
Preservation of the human record.
Excellence in professional service to our communities.
Partnerships to advance these values.