The Special Libraries Association serves more than 12,000 innovative information professionals in 83 countries. Its members include corporate, academic and government information specialists and their strategic partners.

SLA promotes and strengthens its members through learning, advocacy, and networking initiatives.

Membership in SLA means access to cutting-edge products, services, and programs designed specifically for you - the information professional.

Networking Opportunities

• SLA brings you into contact with colleagues around the world and in countless fields of interest. Our Units (Chapters, Divisions, and Caucuses), Annual Conference, and Communities of Practice provide the forum for invaluable knowledge sharing.
  
• The Membership Directory is an invaluable tool for members to network with other members.

Professional Development

• SLA's learning opportunities offer depth, richness, and meaning to help information professionals stay ahead of change and at the same time become indispensable contributors to their organizations.

Information Outlook®

• SLA's monthly magazine features cutting-edge articles and the most up-to-date news about the information profession.

Career Planning

• Whether you're just starting out or have been in the profession for years, SLA's Career Center is a great tool for finding employment and learning skills that make you more marketable in the information profession.

Diversity @ SLA

• SLA, along with its chapters and divisions, is strongly committed to diversity and demonstrates this commitment by creating and supporting initiatives that encourage and assist members of diverse groups. View the SLA Diversity Brochure to learn more.

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Vision
The Special Libraries Association is the global organization for innovative information professionals and their strategic partners.

Mission
The Special Libraries Association promotes and strengthens its members through learning, advocacy, and networking initiatives.