Advocacy & Issues
ALA advocates year-round at every level of government for libraries, library workers, and everyone we serve.
As libraries and library workers nationwide grapple with attacks on our field and shifts in the national policy landscape, ALA continues our long-time advocacy work to stand up for libraries. Advocacy is central to everything we do, from intellectual freedom to library funding. ALA will always be ready to stand up and advocate for libraries.
Learn more about ALA's advocacy through the Office for Intellectual Freedom and the Public Policy & Advocacy Office in Washington.
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ALA supports librarians facing censorship challenges and encourages reporting, even if no assistance is needed. Reports are confidential, and the information gathered helps create tools to combat censorship in all our libraries.
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On-Demand eLearning for Libraries on the Frontlines
Best of Core Forum: Advocacy in a Polarized World
How can we effectively communicate with all decision-makers, and stakeholders about the important work happening at your library regardless of their political beliefs? In this session you will learn the principles of “The Three Languages” of politics, and
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The American Library Association's Public Policy and Advocacy team serves as the voice for libraries in Washington, D.C. ALA advances key policy priorities by lobbying Congress, partnering with coalitions, and helping our library supporters in the field build strong relationships with their elected officials. Through strengthening connections with members of Congress, grassroots mobilization, and regulatory advocacy, ALA aims to drive federal policy on the issues that impact libraries