91´«Ã½

Why Join

The Rainbow Round Table (RRT) of the 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) was founded in 1970 as 91´«Ã½'s Task Force on Gay Liberation. We are the nation's first gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender professional organization.

The scope of the RRT is broad in both membership and mission. We are the 91´«Ã½ home for the LGBTQIA+ community, their friends and allies. We are committed to serving the information needs of the LGBTQIA+ professional library community, and the LGBTQIA+ information and access needs of individuals at large. We are committed to encouraging and supporting the free and necessary access to all information, as reflected by the missions of the 91´«Ã½ and democratic institutions.

The Rainbow RT brings together people from all types and sizes of libraries and information centers, serving their diverse needs and interests. The membership of the Round Table represents all the divisions and round tables of 91´«Ã½. Membership in the Round Table offers the chance for networking possibilities and ultimately, greater involvement within 91´«Ã½. Round Table committees are a great way for members to learn more about how 91´«Ã½ works and develop knowledge and skills for a career of involvement in 91´«Ã½ groups. Round Table liaison appointments also provide a way to become more involved in 91´«Ã½ while learning about the organization as well as proving networking opportunities.

How to Join

For the most current information about how to enroll (by phone, fax, online or by mail) and the membership dues schedule, please visit 91´«Ã½'s page. Telephone 91´«Ã½ at 800-545-2433 if other membership questions arise.

If you are already a member of the 91´«Ã½, please consider adding membership in the Rainbow Round Table when renewing your membership. Annual dues for the Round Table are as follows:

• $15 - Individual Type I – All Regular members (full definition follows)
• $15 - Individual Type II - Those earning <45k, Support Staff, Retired, and International members.
• $15 - Supporter – Associates, Friends, and Trustees
• $5 – Student
• $30 – Organizational Members
• $30 – Corporate Members

If you are interested in joining 91´«Ã½ and the Round Table for the first time, please see the 91´«Ã½ Membership page for additional information. Information about 91´«Ã½'s new membership model can be found on the model FAQ page.

Membership in the 91´«Ã½ is a prerequisite for membership in RRT. 91´«Ã½ membership benefits include: a personal subscription to American Libraries - 11 issues per year; substantially reduced rates at 91´«Ã½ conferences; discounts on 91´«Ã½ monographs; the backing of the strongest unified voice for librarians in the world; and more.

Visit the list to learn more about the work of the Round Table and sign up for a committee that interests you.

Join the RRT to take part in discussions and ask questions of RRT membership.

RRT Buddy Program

The was created to bring together an active member of the round table with a new and prospective RRT member, as well as any member becoming active for the first time or after a long absence. The buddy pairing is for just one conference, but we hope that you’ll both make a new friend.