Advocacy

NJLA Legislative Priorities - Learn what the NJLA Public Policy and Intellectual Freedom Committees are working on.

2026 Advocacy Calendar - This handy calendar has ideas for how to advocate for NJ libraries every month, tying advocacy to monthly themes and includes ideas for things you can do at your library.

How to Meet with Your Legislator Toolkit - This toolkit includes message templates, best practices, and tips for your meeting. 

Key Events

February

  • Add dates for library legislative day.

March

  • All month: Advocacy Month. The NJLA Public Policy Committee works with NJLA volunteer Advocacy Captains to coordinate legislative visits.

April

September