Memberships

Mission

The Florida Library Association is a statewide organization that promotes excellence in Florida libraries by advocating strongly for libraries and providing high quality professional and leadership development for a diverse community of library staff, volunteers, and supporters.


Vision

The Florida Library Association champions strong, indispensable, user-focused Florida libraries that exceed the expectations of the communities and constituents they serve.

Values

  • We view diversity as a strength and are committed to growing, retaining, and supporting a diverse membership. We ensure members feel a sense of welcoming and belonging through an inclusive membership experience.
  • We develop and strengthen outreach and partnerships.
  • We ensure every aspect of the association's business reflects the diverse and inclusive communities and library users served and the world we want to live in. Every team is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
  • We search for creative solutions and manage the association's resources wisely.
  • We are focused on achieving meaningful and actionable results that support the enhancement of the Library profession in Florida.
  • We treat people with dignity and professionalism, and we strive to give everyone access to the same opportunities.
  • We support all library workers and recognize that all career levels are integral to the success of the library.
  • We use leadership and collaboration to achieve positive outcomes for members, library workers, library users and the communities they serve.

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Values

  • We view diversity as a strength and are committed to growing, retaining, and supporting a diverse membership. We ensure members feel a sense of welcoming and belonging through an inclusive membership experience.
  • We develop and strengthen outreach and partnerships.
  • We ensure every aspect of the association's business reflects the diverse and inclusive communities and library users served and the world we want to live in. Every team is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
  • We search for creative solutions and manage the association's resources wisely.
  • We are focused on achieving meaningful and actionable results that support the enhancement of the Library profession in Florida.
  • We treat people with dignity and professionalism, and we strive to give everyone access to the same opportunities.
  • We support all library workers and recognize that all career levels are integral to the success of the library.
  • We use leadership and collaboration to achieve positive outcomes for members, library workers, library users and the communities they serve.
  1. Individual
  2. Corporate
  • Personal: $0-$39,999 Salary Tier
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $40

    Personal Membership Benefits ($0-$39,999 Salary Tier):

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    • Participate on committees and the Executive Board - develop leadership skills
    • Professional Lobbying at the Florida Legislature
    • Advocacy Aids
    • Intellectual Freedom Advocacy
    • News and Support on fast-breaking issues
    • Continuing Education Webinars and Trainings - professional development
    • Networking Events
    • Awards presented at our FLA Annual Conference
    • Employment Information
    • Participate in our FLA Mentorship Program
    • Eligibility to vote in association elections
    • Discounts on registration to our Annual Conference 
    • Eligibility to form or join Member Groups on topics of interest
    • Access to member communications and mailing lists
    • Florida Libraries journal and eligibility to be featured in the publication
    • Exclusive online resources, including our member directory
    Apply
  • Personal: $40,000 - $59,999 Salary Tier
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $60

    Personal Membership Benefits ( $40,000 - $59,999 Salary Tier):


    • Participate on committees and the Executive Board - develop leadership skills
    • Professional Lobbying at the Florida Legislature
    • Advocacy Aids
    • Intellectual Freedom Advocacy
    • News and Support on fast-breaking issues
    • Continuing Education Webinars and Trainings - professional development
    • Networking Events
    • Awards presented at our FLA Annual Conference
    • Employment Information
    • Participate in our FLA Mentorship Program
    • Eligibility to vote in association elections
    • Discounts on registration to our Annual Conference 
    • Eligibility to form or join Member Groups on topics of interest
    • Access to member communications and mailing lists
    • Florida Libraries journal and eligibility to be featured in the publication
    • Exclusive online resources, including our member directory
    Apply
  • Personal: $60,000 - $79,999 Salary Tier
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $80

    Personal Membership Benefits ($60,000 - $79,999 Salary Tier):


    • Participate on committees and the Executive Board - develop leadership skills
    • Professional Lobbying at the Florida Legislature
    • Advocacy Aids
    • Intellectual Freedom Advocacy
    • News and Support on fast-breaking issues
    • Continuing Education Webinars and Trainings - professional development
    • Networking Events
    • Awards presented at our FLA Annual Conference
    • Employment Information
    • Participate in our FLA Mentorship Program
    • Eligibility to vote in association elections
    • Discounts on registration to our Annual Conference 
    • Eligibility to form or join Member Groups on topics of interest
    • Access to member communications and mailing lists
    • Florida Libraries journal and eligibility to be featured in the publication
    • Exclusive online resources, including our member directory
    Apply
  • Personal: $80,000 - $99,999 Salary Tier
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $100

    Personal Membership Benefits ($80,000 - $99,999 Salary Tier):


    • Participate on committees and the Executive Board - develop leadership skills
    • Professional Lobbying at the Florida Legislature
    • Advocacy Aids
    • Intellectual Freedom Advocacy
    • News and Support on fast-breaking issues
    • Continuing Education Webinars and Trainings - professional development
    • Networking Events
    • Awards presented at our FLA Annual Conference
    • Employment Information
    • Participate in our FLA Mentorship Program
    • Eligibility to vote in association elections
    • Discounts on registration to our Annual Conference 
    • Eligibility to form or join Member Groups on topics of interest
    • Access to member communications and mailing lists
    • Florida Libraries journal and eligibility to be featured in the publication
    • Exclusive online resources, including our member directory
    Apply
  • Personal: $100,000 - $119,999 Salary Tier
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $120

    Personal Membership Benefits ($100,000 - $119,999 Salary Tier):


    • Participate on committees and the Executive Board - develop leadership skills
    • Professional Lobbying at the Florida Legislature
    • Advocacy Aids
    • Intellectual Freedom Advocacy
    • News and Support on fast-breaking issues
    • Continuing Education Webinars and Trainings - professional development
    • Networking Events
    • Awards presented at our FLA Annual Conference
    • Employment Information
    • Participate in our FLA Mentorship Program
    • Eligibility to vote in association elections
    • Discounts on registration to our Annual Conference 
    • Eligibility to form or join Member Groups on topics of interest
    • Access to member communications and mailing lists
    • Florida Libraries journal and eligibility to be featured in the publication
    • Exclusive online resources, including our member directory
    Apply
  • Personal: $120,000 and above
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $140

    Personal Membership Benefits ( $120,000 and above):


    • Participate on committees and the Executive Board - develop leadership skills
    • Professional Lobbying at the Florida Legislature
    • Advocacy Aids
    • Intellectual Freedom Advocacy
    • News and Support on fast-breaking issues
    • Continuing Education Webinars and Trainings - professional development
    • Networking Events
    • Awards presented at our FLA Annual Conference
    • Employment Information
    • Participate in our FLA Mentorship Program
    • Eligibility to vote in association elections
    • Discounts on registration to our Annual Conference 
    • Eligibility to form or join Member Groups on topics of interest
    • Access to member communications and mailing lists
    • Florida Libraries journal and eligibility to be featured in the publication
    • Exclusive online resources, including our member directory
    Apply
  • Retired Library Employee
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $25

    Retired Library Employee Member Benefits:


    • Participate on committees and the Executive Board - develop leadership skills
    • Professional Lobbying at the Florida Legislature
    • Advocacy Aids
    • Intellectual Freedom Advocacy
    • News and Support on fast breaking issues
    • Continuing Education Webinars and Trainings - professional development
    • Networking Events
    • Awards presented at our FLA Annual Conference
    • Employment Information
    • Participate in our FLA Mentorship Program
    • Eligibility to vote in association elections
    • Discounts on registration to our Annual Conference 
    • Eligibility to form or join Member Groups on topics of interest
    • Access to member communications and mailing lists
    • Florida Libraries journal and eligibility to be featured in the publication
    • Exclusive online resources, including our member directory


    Apply
  • Student
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $25

    Students must be enrolled in MLS/MLIS, CAEP, and LTA programs. FLA student membership is limited to five total years.


    Student Membership Benefits: 

    • Discounted member rate of $25
    • Discounts on registration to our Annual Conference 
    • Employment Information
    • Eligibility to participate on committees- develop leadership skills
    • Professional Lobbying at the Florida Legislature
    • Advocacy Aids
    • Intellectual Freedom Advocacy
    • News and Support on fast-breaking issues
    • Continuing Education Webinars and Trainings - professional development
    • Networking Events
    • Eligibility to nominate people and organizations for FLA Awards that are presented at our Annual Conference
    • Participate in our FLA Mentorship Program
    • Eligibility to vote in association elections
    • Eligibility to join or form Member Groups on topics of interest
    • Access to member communications and mailing lists
    • Florida Libraries journal and eligibility to be featured in the publication
    • Exclusive online resources, including our member directory
    Apply
  • New MLIS Graduate
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $25

    New MLIS Graduate Membership Benefits:


    New MLIS Graduate Students are eligible to receive a discounted membership rate the year following their graduation. Please submit your unofficial transcripts to admin@flalib.org to verify your student status. Requires copy of diploma or unofficial transcript

    • Discounted member rate of $25
    • Discounts on registration to our Annual Conference 
    • Employment Information
    • Eligibility to participate on committees- develop leadership skills
    • Professional Lobbying at the Florida Legislature
    • Advocacy Aids
    • Intellectual Freedom Advocacy
    • News and Support on fast-breaking issues
    • Continuing Education Webinars and Trainings - professional development
    • Networking Events
    • Eligibility to nominate people or organizations for awards that are presented at our Annual Conference
    • Participate in our FLA Mentorship Program
    • Eligibility to vote in association elections
    • Eligibility to form or join Member Groups on topics of interest
    • Access to member communications and mailing lists
    • Florida Libraries journal and eligibility to be featured in the publication
    • Exclusive online resources, including our member directory
    Apply
  • Library Supporter or Trustee
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $30

    Library Supporter or Trustee Membership Benefits (For individuals who are not librarians nor working in a library related field who would like to support FLA):


    • Participate on committees and the Executive Board - develop leadership skills
    • Professional Lobbying at the Florida Legislature
    • Advocacy Aids
    • Intellectual Freedom Advocacy
    • News and Support on fast-breaking issues
    • Continuing Education Webinars and Trainings - professional development
    • Networking Events
    • Awards presented at our FLA Annual Conference
    • Employment Information
    • Participate in our FLA Mentorship Program
    • Eligibility to vote in association elections
    • Discounts on registration to our Annual Conference 
    • Eligibility to form or join Member Groups on topics of interest
    • Access to member communications and mailing lists
    • Florida Libraries journal and eligibility to be featured in the publication
    • Exclusive online resources, including our member directory


    Apply
  • FAME Member
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $30

    FAME (Florida Association for Media in Education) Membership Benefits:


    • Participate on committees and the Executive Board - develop leadership skills
    • Professional Lobbying at the Florida Legislature
    • Advocacy Aids
    • Intellectual Freedom Advocacy
    • News and Support on fast-breaking issues
    • Continuing Education Webinars and Trainings - professional development
    • Networking Events
    • Awards presented at our FLA Annual Conference
    • Employment Information
    • Participate in our FLA Mentorship Program
    • Eligibility to vote in association elections
    • Discounts on registration to our Annual Conference 
    • Eligibility to form or join Member Groups on topics of interest
    • Access to member communications and mailing lists
    • Florida Libraries journal and eligibility to be featured in the publication
    • Exclusive online resources, including our member directory
    Apply
  • Lifetime Member (Based on Appointment)
    Duration
    Lifetime
    Package price
    Free

    Lifetime Membership Benefits:


    • Participate on committees and the Executive Board - develop leadership skills
    • Professional Lobbying at the Florida Legislature
    • Advocacy Aids
    • Intellectual Freedom Advocacy
    • News and Support on fast-breaking issues
    • Continuing Education Webinars and Trainings - professional development
    • Networking Events
    • Awards presented at our FLA Annual Conference
    • Employment Information
    • Participate in our FLA Mentorship Program
    • Eligibility to vote in association elections
    • Discounts on registration to our Annual Conference 
    • Eligibility to form or join Member Groups on topics of interest
    • Access to member communications and mailing lists
    • Florida Libraries journal and eligibility to be featured in the publication
    • Exclusive online resources, including our member directory
    Apply
  • FLA-ALA Joint Student
    Duration
    Lifetime
    Package price
    Free

    ALA-FLA Joint Student Membership Benefits:


    Students must be enrolled in MLS/MLIS, CAEP, and LTA programs. FLA-ALA joint student membership is limited to five years. FLA-ALA Joint Students must join or renew via the ALA website: https://www.ala.org/aboutala/joint-membership-program only.

    • FLA-ALA Joint membership for $40 ~ to join, click here​
    • Discounts on registration to our Annual Conference 
    • Employment Information
    • Eligibility to participate on committees- develop leadership skills
    • Professional Lobbying at the Florida Legislature
    • Advocacy Aids
    • Intellectual Freedom Advocacy
    • News and Support on fast-breaking issues
    • Continuing Education Webinars and Trainings - professional development
    • Networking Events
    • Eligibility to nominate people and organizations for FLA Awards that are presented at our Annual Conference
    • Participate in our FLA Mentorship Program
    • Vote in association elections
    • Member Groups on topics of interest
    • Access to member communications and mailing lists
    • Florida Libraries journal and eligibility to be featured in the publication
    • Exclusive online resources, including our member directory
    Apply

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