American Libraries Magazine

Chair Ava DuVernay talks about fighting censorship By Paula Mauro | October 2, 2024

On October 3, the American Library Association (ALA) Executive Board released a statement on what library professionals can do to support communities in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The full statement reads as follows:

True understanding takes breadth and depth. Often, it takes a book. For election season, Booklist editors have selected both fiction and nonfiction books for adult and young adult readers.

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On November 6, the American Library Association (ALA) issued a statement following the results of the 2024 US election. The full statement reads as follows:

Meet ALA’s new Office for Accreditation director November 5, 2024

The American Library Association (ALA) announced on November 11 the candidates running for ALA president for the 2026–2027 term and the candidates running for ALA treasurer for 2025–2028.

7h ALA announced on November 11 the candidates running for ALA president for the 2026–2027 term, and the candidates running for ALA treasurer for 2025–2028. Lindsay Cronk, dean of libraries at Tulane University in New Orleans; Andrea Jamison, assistant professor of school librarianship at Illinois State University in Normal; and Maria McCauley

Amy Katzenberger became director of ALA’s Development Office in early September. Among other fundraising activities, Katzenberger and her team have been shepherding the campaign for the Association’s 150th anniversary, which will culminate in 2026. Prior to joining ALA, Katzenberger worked at Riley Children’s Foundation in Indianapolis as director of foundation relations, where she secured millions of dollars in grants. Before Riley, she served as chief program officer for the American Camp Association. Early in her career, Katzenberger worked in ALA’s Conference Services department as a meetings and scheduling manager.

Six finalists chosen for excellence in fiction and nonfiction November 13, 2024