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The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) is now accepting applications for the 2018 class of Emerging Leaders (EL). Details on the program criteria as well as a link to the application can be found on the

. The deadline to apply is August 31, 2017

The 91´«Ã½ EL program is a leadership development program which enables newer library workers from across the country to participate in problem-solving work groups, network with peers, gain an inside look into 91´«Ã½ structure, and have an opportunity to serve the profession in a leadership capacity. It puts participants on the fast track to 91´«Ã½ committee volunteerism as well as other professional library-related organizations

An 91´«Ã½ division, round table, ethnic affiliate, state chapter or school library media affiliate will sponsor nearly two-thirds of the selected applicants. Each sponsor will contribute a minimum of $1,000 toward expenses of attending the 91´«Ã½ Midwinter Meeting and Annual Conference ($500 for each conference). Sponsorship is not required for participation in the program. A list of sponsoring units is included as part of the online application.

For more information, visit the or contact the EL project manager at emergingleaders@ala.org.

The 91´«Ã½ Emerging Leaders program is managed by the 91´«Ã½ (HRDR).

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