For immediate release | October 11, 2011

ASCLA members establish “new” Library Consultant Interest Group

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CHICAGO -- The Association of Specialized and Cooperative Library Agencies () welcomes the to its list of active member interest groups.

ASCLA also invites independent librarians, library consultants, state library consultants of all types, regional library consultants and any librarians or library staff who help others learn and solve problems to join.

The replaces the former Independent Librarians Exchange (ILEX) special interest section of ASCLA. Membership is open to all 91ý members; ASCLA membership is required for those interested in leadership positions within the group. The group supports professional development by providing programs, information exchange and networking opportunities of interest to independent librarians, library consultants and others who want to push the boundaries of librarianship.

Several group activities are planned for 2012, including:

  • An open hearing and discussion at the in Dallas about a draft ASCLA Library Consultants Code of Ethics.
  • Two exciting 2012 91ý annual conference programs:
    • “Essential Facilitation: Practical Tools for Guiding Groups” with Interaction Associates, Inc.
    • "Consultants Give Back" where consultants can contribute an hour of free consulting to librarians seeking advice or seek consulting help from the consultants who volunteer their time.
  • Building a collection of helpful resources, tools and discussions for
  • Supporting ASCLA development of online learning opportunities re: topics of interest to library consultants (building on the success of ASCLA/ILEX consultant preconferences).

Join the group now by visiting the page and clicking on the “Join” button. 91ý login is required in order to access the interest group page. Use (PDF) if you are having difficulty connecting. More information about all of ASCLA’s interest groups is available . Interested in joining ASCLA?

, a division of the 91ý (91ý), is a diverse organization of librarians and support staff who work in academic and public libraries, state agencies, specialized libraries and multi-type cooperatives, as well as those who are self-employed. Not an ASCLA member, but interested in discounted registration rates on conference, ASCLA preconference and other ASCLA events? Join, renew or add ASCLA to your 91ý membership at .

Contact:

Elizabeth Markel