Become a member of Australia’s peak body for school libraries
By joining the Australian School Libraries Association you connect with a vibrant community of library professionals across the nation who share your passion for fostering a love of reading, your commitment to learning and literacy and your desire to amplify the role of school libraries for the benefit of our students.
Message from the President of ASLA
Welcome to one of the most impactful educational sectors in Australia. As a school library professional, you are contributing to the educational growth and lifelong learning of young Australians.
By joining the Australian School Library Association (ASLA), you are connecting with the peak body supporting school library professionals across the country. ASLA membership offers invaluable opportunities for networking, professional development, and access to specialised resources enabling you to deepen your professional journey. By joining, you are not just enhancing your own expertise—you are contributing to a stronger, more connected educational community.
Through our Member portal, you’ll also gain access to a wealth of additional benefits, including professional development courses, advocacy updates, and a supportive community of fellow library professionals.
Thank you for your commitment to school libraries. We look forward to supporting you on your professional journey.
Martha Itzcovitz, President of ASLA
How can I benefit from being a member?
- Become part of a school library collective - We lobby Governments at Federal level to influence government policy in support of a safe and vibrant school library sector which creates opportunities for improved student learning and staff collegiality.
- Professional learning - Attend all events at special member rates. We curate powerful monthly webinars to give you insight into the latest thinking and practical ideas, and an opportunity to network with other school library staff from across Australia. Members are also eligible for special rates at our biennial conference.
- Access our mentoring program – the ASLA mentoring program connects library staff at different career stages to facilitate powerful two-way learning in order to improve professional practice and build connections.
- Be part of a growing national community that shares your values - we provide inclusive support of all school library staff and school sectors, recognising that our shared common goal to enrich the learning and lives of school students is best achieved when we support each other.
- Members support members – Whether it’s sharing library policies, building connections or assisting you with the documents you need to support your practice, the ASLA board and members are here to help.
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