Mission
The purpose of this EDI Assembly is to provide a forum for all groups within ALA and ALA-affiliated organizations working on initiatives related to equity, diversity, and inclusion to discuss their activities, identify opportunities for collaboration and coordination, and explore new initiatives related to the association’s strategic direction for equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Composition
All groups within ALA and ALA-affiliated organizations working on initiatives related to equity, diversity, and inclusion are invited to send representatives. Individuals interested in equity, diversity, and inclusion are also welcomed to attend and participate. Volunteers will serve two-year terms on the assembly, with flexibility as needed.
View the roster.
Resources
Overview of ALA's Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Efforts
Background
At the 2020 Midwinter Meeting, the ALA Executive Board charged the ODLOS Advisory Committee with creating an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Assembly. The purpose of this EDI Assembly is to provide a forum for all groups within ALA and ALA-affiliated organizations working on initiatives related to equity, diversity, and inclusion to discuss their activities, identify opportunities for collaboration and coordination, and explore new initiatives related to the association’s strategic direction for equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Get Involved
Join the EDI Assembly by selecting the group under ALA Committees on the ALA Volunteer Form. Groups interested in designating a representative or individual ALA members are invited to join year-round but are asked to participate for two-year terms. Participation is 100% virtual and will be facilitated through an ALA Connect Community with quarterly synchronous virtual convenings.
Contact
Please contact Jennifer Shimada, chair of the ODLOS Advisory Committee and convener of the EDI Assembly, at jennifer.shimada@gmail.com.
Staff Liaison
Kevin Strowder, Director
ALA Office for Diversity, Literacy and Outreach Services
kstrowder@ala.org