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Welcome to the District of Columbia Library Association

The District of Columbia Library Association (DCLA) is a chapter of the American Library Association (ALA) and the local service organization for librarians and library workers in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

DCLA provides opportunities for personal and professional development through networking, participation in committees, interest groups, and the executive board. We also provide programming for new and transitioning information professionals, and advocate for local libraries and issues related to library service.

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Volunteers Needed: DCLA Board Positions

Want to help make DCLA an even better resource for DC librarians and library workers? We are looking for a few good people to lead our Academic section, to serve as Career and Leadership Director, and to serve on Board committees. Is that you? Fill out this interest form! 

The Three Stars Book Award, named after the three stars on the DC flag, is a project of the District of Columbia Library Association: School Library Section, local librarians, and reading advocates. The inaugural award was created in 2017 by Emily Carmichael and Kate Sweeney.

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 2 Massachusetts Ave. NE
 Unit #: 1653
Washington, DC 20013
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