Learn about the Top Ten reasons to join ALA, as reported by over 9,000 of our members in a recent survey, and see how you can help make a difference, too, for libraries.

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2. www.ala.org The "Top Ten" Reasons for Joining the American Library Association

3. www.ala.org What ALA does for our members, their libraries, and the public we serve.

6. ala.org ALA works to increase the visibility of libraries, library workers and library issues. Public Awareness and Media Relations

7. ala.org This includes an ongoing public awareness campaign that communicates the value of libraries and library staff and provides tools and materials needed to promote the library’s message on a national basis and in the local community. Public Awareness and Media Relations

25. Join ALA today and participate in these important initiatives: ala.org Members have a unique chance through ALA to make a difference - personally and professionally. Visit www.ala.org/join to get started today.

26. The "Top Ten" Reasons for Joining ALA 10. Policy Analysis 9. Public Awareness and Media Relations 8. Divisions and Round Tables 7. Networking 6. Website Resources 5. Standards 4. Intellectual Freedom 3. Continuing Education 2. Accreditation 1. Legislative Advocacy ala.org

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