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ALIA and public librariesWelfare and economic contribution of Australian Public Libraries14 May, 2013: A new report from an independent firm of economists has found that Australia's public libraries deliver benefits that are worth nearly three times the cost of running them - a fact that will come as no surprise to Australia's 10 million registered library users. The report was commissioned by ALIA on behalf of Australian state and territory libraries. Download the full report here. Additional resources for library managers: Public library benchmarking calculatorThis calculator is an easy way for public libraries to measure their performance against national standards and guidelines and to find out whether they are on target, below target or above target. The calculator is designed as a tool for managers to identify strengths and weaknesses, opportunities and challenges - and it will help library leaders advocate for investment in improvements with their council funders. ALIA Standards and Guidelines for Australian Public Libraries Calculator 2013 Standards and Guidelines for Australian Public Libraries2012 Update to National Standards and Guidelines for Public Libraries ALIA and the ALIA Public Libraries Advisory Committee have released the second edition of Standards and Guidelines for Australian Public Libraries, first published in April 2011. If you have any questions, please contact info@librariesalive.com.au or contact Sherrey Quinn or Ian McCallum directly on 02 6257 9177. Download the current Standards and Guidelines Download the 2011 Standards and Guidelines ALIA Public Libraries Advisory CommitteeThe ALIA Public Libraries Advisory Committee advises the ALIA Board of Directors on a strategic action plan for public libraries that will deliver relevant services which benefit public libraries and increase the awareness and participation by the public library sector in ALIA services and activities. ALIA PLAC half yearly report for January-July 2010 ALIA PLAC half yearly report for July-December 2010 Check out this link to more information about the 2010 National Standards and Guidelines for Australian Public Libraries and the National Vision and Framework. http://www.alia.org.au/governance/committees/public.libraries/ Library stars: best of the best forumsALIA's Public Libraries Advisory Committee (PLAC), has organised three very successful Library stars: best of the best forums to showcase public libraries, their projects, and successes. All three forums were held as events during major ALIA conferences. Library stars: best of the best 2010, ALIA Access 2010 Conference, Brisbane Library stars: best of the best 2008, ALIA 2008 Biennial Conference, dreaming08, Alice Springs Library stars: best of the best 2006 , ALIA 2006 Biennial Conference, CLICK06, Perth For 2012, the theme will be innovation and best practice relating to the National Year of Reading. Every Member An Advocate 20102010 has been ALIA's year of advocacy. By the end of the year, we will have run 18 Every Member An Advocate workshops around the country, with many public library people attending these to improve their advocacy skills. We have also generated new collateral, including an Every Member An Advocate Kit with special pages for public libraries. Find out more about the ALIA year of advocacy here. ALIA Public Libraries Summit 2009The Summit on 16 July, at the National Library of Australia, was a major initiative for 2009, bringing together key players, including government, to develop a national agenda for access to information and ideas through the Australian network of public libraries. A key goal of the ALIA Public Libraries Summit was to develop a stronger relationship with the Federal Government, with the country's 1,522 public libraries confirmed as 'national champions' advancing social, educational, cultural, broadband and digital programs and policies. Find out what happened and where we go to from here at http://www.alia.org.au/summit09/ The little book of public libraries
ALIA has produced a little treasure -- something we've all been talking about needing. It's a quick, simple summary of why libraries are so important, giving library supporters the words and ideas they need to champion our cause. This isn't a throwaway leaflet, it's a lively little book that people will love to pick up and flick through. It was launched at the ALIA Public Libraries Summit on 16 July 2009. You can order copies from $26.00 per pack of 10 for ALIA members, including packaging and postage. Check the order form for quantities and prices, for members and non-members. We have also included some sample pages so that you can have a sneak preview of the colourful and exciting design. Download pdf [.pdf 1.32MB ] Order form [.pdf 129KB ] How to use the Little book of public libraries Public library statistics and services in AustraliaIn Australia, the administrative arrangements for public library services vary both between and within each State and Territory. They range from services entirely delivered by the State/Territory through to services entirely delivered by Local Government. A description of each State and Territory's administrative arrangements for public library services is available in the NSLA publication Australian public libraries statistical report 2008-2009 final report (pages 22-27). Statistics on the Australia's 1,500 public libraries are impressive. Here are some recent stats. ALIA Public Library AmbassadorsWe know Australians love their libraries. With such latent goodwill in the community, why do we want to appoint Public Library Ambassadors? ALIA recognises that we need a more active appreciation of public libraries; a surge in popular appeal to support our position as a vital service. Library Ambassadors will be the public face of their local library, publicise their library and influence public opinion about libraries. See how the program is coming along at: http://www.alia.org.au/publiclibraries/ambassadors Working collaborativelyAnother initiative that will feed into the ALIA Public Libraries Summit is the 'Working Collaboratively' project which has brought together ALIA, PLA and all of the state/territory public library associations to explore ways in which the sector can more effectively collaborate on issues of critical importance to the future of Australia's public libraries. All partners are signatories to a Memorandum of Collaboration.
State public library associations ALIA surveys of internet access in public librariesALIA has run surveys in 2002, 2005, 2007 and 2008. The survey reports are on the ALIA website. http://www.alia.org.au/advocacy/internet.access/ Standards, guidelines and benchmarks for public library services in Australia and overseas: a guide to resourcesAre you seeking resources relating to standards, guidelines and benchmarks? This portal developed by the ALIA Public Libraries Advisory Committee (PLAC) is a wonderful starting point for public library policy documentation drawn from Australia and overseas. http://www.alia.org.au/governance/committees/public.libraries/standards.html Public campaignsALIA organises several public campaigns on behalf of all libraries in Australia: Library and Information Week, Library Lovers Day, National Simultaneous Storytime, and Summer Reading Club. These national campaigns provide a focus for promoting your library and for reinforcing the value of libraries in your community, and are an important part of ALIA's advocacy program. http://www.alia.org.au/advocacy/ ALIA policies and guidelinesThese are some of the most relevant ALIA policies for public libraries:
http://www.alia.org.au/policies/ aliaPUBNEWS and aliaNEWS
aliaPUBNEWS is a free e-newsletter for everyone concerned with supporting and promoting the further development of Australia's public library services. aliaPUBNEWS covers the policy and strategic issues, and service developments having an impact on public libraries Australia-wide.
ALIA also produces aliaNEWS - a bigger and more extensive free monthly e-newsletter. It provides subscribers with news about ALIA, including events, membership issues, professional development, opportunities, awards and grants, conference registration deadlines, publications, industry events, campaigns, and LIS activities generally. ALIA's two other e-newsletters are for ALIA members: PD Postings and LIS Management in Focus: http://www.alia.org.au/publishing/enewsletters/ ALIA e-listsALIA e-lists of particular interest to the public library sector include:
http://www.alia.org.au/alianet/e-lists/ ALIA copyright advice serviceThe copyright advice service provides members with up-to-date information on copyright and how it affects the library and information sector. The service responds to members' queries about implementing their obligations under copyright and intellectual property law. http://www.alia.org.au/advocacy/copyright/ ALIA industrial relations advice serviceALIA members can use the Association's industrial relations advice service. This gives public library employers and employees advice and guidance on employment and support when workplace issues arise. http://www.alia.org.au/employment/ Job advertising and job opportunitiesThe ALIA website has a list of current job vacancies - very useful for employers and job seekers. ALIA members can join the recruit LIS e-list and receive the list of vacancies weekly via email. |
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