To work with the national conference committee and PLA staff to develop the programming for the national conference; to identify and develop program topics for the conference and pre- and post-conferences; to stimulate program development and
A full description of the work of the PLA Board of Directors including roles, expectations, and more can be found in the PLA Board Orientation Manual. Deliverables and outcomes: Assume responsibility for developing, implementing and advancing the PLA
To select annually a recipient of the PLA Library Innovation Award , which recognizes a public library's innovative and creative service program to the community. Any innovative, cutting-edge program, activity or service will be considered. Has your
To advise PLA of actions needed to provide timely, reliable, useful, statistical, and descriptive information about public library resources, services, and performances in library specific formats. To develop annual special survey questions and provide
To review and recommend editorial policies for Public Libraries and to provide oversight for the implementation of those policies. To provide overall advise on the direction and development of the journal. To serve as channel for member communication
To select a recipient of the grant. A one year trial award of $4,500 sponsored by the romance writers association. Awarded to a library supporting the romance genre. Deliverables and outcomes: For the jury chair and members: Stay apprised of the timeline
As of June 2022, the PLA Social Worker Task Force has been sunsetted. PLA is considering how best to reform the group to continue its important work. Please check back for updates on the task force's future activities, or contact Katheen Hughes, khughes
To help public libraries use technology to improve services; to consider the impacts and opportunities presented by technology; to collect and disseminate information on technology innovation which might be applied in public library operations; to provide
To select annually the recipient of the Singer Group Helping Communities Come Together Award. The recipient shall be a public library which demonstrated the ability to identify community needs, specifically in times of crisis and division, and respond in
The group will work with PLA staff and committees to ensure that content on the PLA website is responsive to the needs of public librarians and addresses priorities set forth in the PLA Strategic Plan. The committee will be charged to: monitor the PLA
