Join the 3,000 members who help support the ILA on behalf of Illinois libraries and the millions who depend on them for their information needs
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ILA offers three categories of membership
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For all types of library staff, as well as trustees and other individuals.
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Dues based on salary and start at $40 annually.
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For all types of libraries and library organizations in the Illinois' library community.
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Dues based on budget or enrollment and start at $85 annually.
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For companies and organizations that work closely with the library community.
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Dues are $200 annually.
Personal Membership Benefits
Available to all types of library staff, as well as trustees and other individuals who wish to belong to a professional association that represents their interests. Membership includes discounts on conferences and events, participation in continuing education and professional development, opportunities for leadership growth and recognition. Personal membership dues are tiered to salary levels, with several flat-rate categories for students, retirees, etc.
Professional Development & Networking
- Statewide annual conference with discounted registration
- Discounts on conferences and events for trustees, support staff, academic libraries, youth librarians, and other special interest groups
- Membership and participation in forums and committees
- Networking with colleagues around special interests
- Leadership opportunities to build your resume and career
- Eligibility to nominate and receive ILA Awards
- Access to member-only website content, such as member directory
- Access to archived Noon Network webinars
Legislative Advocacy
- Resources and participation at the local, state, and national level
- Help secure your library's public funding
- Build a climate that encourages access to information
- Receive legislative alerts
Information & Publications
- Complimentary subscription to the ILA Reporter, published quarterly ($25 value)
- Member discounts on single copies of Illinois Library Laws & Rules, Serving Our Public: Standards for Illinois Libraries, Trustee Facts File, and more
- Priority notification of ILA initiatives, from iREAD Summer Reading program to new member orientation and other opportunities
- Members-only access to designated online resources
- For trustee members: subscription to The Trusty Trustee electronic newsletter
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Institutional Membership Benefits
Available to all types of libraries and library organizations in the Illinois' library community. Institutional member dues are dedicated to support for legislative advocacy and statewide leadership on key library issues; these memberships also offer access to a range of group discounts, products, and services. Membership dues are tiered to library budget.
Legislative Advocacy
- Representation by ILA both in Springfield and Washington DC
- Detailed information on issues that directly affect your library, such as tax caps, FOIA, filtering, and more
- Your library name included in membership directory
- Yearly legislative meetups across Illinois
Information, Publications & Other benefits
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Associate Membership Benefits
Designed for companies and organizations that work closely with the library community, such as advertisers, sponsors, and exhibitors. Membership dues are a flat rate.
Access and Information
- ILA Reporter subscription
- ILA E-Newsletter subscription
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