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March 9, 2023

NJLA New Executive Director

NJLA is proud to announce the appointment of Brett Bonfield as our new Executive Director, effective March 20, 2023. Brett brings a wealth of experience in library management and advocacy to our organization and we are thrilled to have him help guide NJLA into the future.

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February 3, 2023

NJLA ON CENSORSHIP

NJLA categorically rejects any efforts to censor or remove materials from any library, based on content. We strongly affirm the Library Bill of Rights and the Freedom to Read Statement, first published by the American Library Association in 1953. Libraries provide access to books and other library resources and services for the interest, information, education, and enlightenment of all people within the communities we serve. We do not exclude materials because of their origin, background, or the views of those contributing to their creation.

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January 10, 2023

NJLA 2022 INFOGRAPHIC

NJLA members can get a lot done in 365 days. Click the graphic to Zoom in on some of NJLA's 2022 milestones.

January 3, 2023

NJLA NEWSLETTER

The new issue of the NJLA Newsletter has arrived!

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Established in 1890, the NJLA is the oldest and largest library organization in New Jersey.

The New Jersey Library Association:

Advocates for the advancement of library services for the residents of New Jersey
Provides continuing education & networking opportunities for librarians
Supports the principles of intellectual freedom & promotes access to library materials for all
Creates opportunities for new and future librarians
Strengthens our professional community

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NJLA Executive Board Full statement - Black Lives Matter

Black lives matter. NJLA acknowledges the structural racism in our organization and profession, and NJLA must do better.

NJLA Executive Board Full statement - Black Lives Matter The New Jersey Library Association stands in solidarity with the Black community, librarians, library workers, library users and with members of the communities we serve. We want our Black, People of Color and marginalized members to know you are valued, affirmed and supported. NJLA acknowledges that in order to continue moving forward, there needs to be consistent work towards recognizing our own biases, welcoming change and taking actions that impact policies and create positive change in the direction of equity and inclusion.