Personal and Professional Development

ALA was created to provide leadership for the development, promotion, and improvement of library and information services and the profession of librarianship in order to enhance learning and ensure access to information for all.

A professional membership organization that represents Illinois libraries and the millions who depend on them. ILA connects library professionals and supporters to each other and the important issues facing libraries today. From trends and innovation to advocacy and education, ILA is the place to strengthen your skills and deepen your knowledge.

CARLI empowers Illinois academic and research libraries to create and sustain a rich, supportive, and diverse knowledge environment that furthers excellence in teaching, learning, research, and innovation in order to serve students, faculty, and researchers. As a collective, CARLI adds value to member libraries of all types, sizes, and missions by sharing costs, collections, expertise, programs, products, and services.