Membership Information

Be a part of the vibrant New Jersey library community! Your NJLA membership is a solid investment in your career. Your support and participation are key to the success of the Association.

The New Jersey Library Association:

  • Advocates for New Jersey's libraries
  • Promotes equitable salaries
  • Co-sponsors the New Jersey Statewide Summer Reading program
  • Takes official positions on issues affecting libraries
  • Publishes guidelines (sample job descriptions, core competencies, etc.)
  • Supports intellectual freedom
  • Creates opportunities for new and future librarians
  • Strengthens our professional community

Sponsored membership is available for those experiencing financial difficulties. Learn more about the Sponsor-a-Member program.

For Individuals

INDIVIDUAL ADVOCATE
For library staff For supporters of NJLA and NJ libraries including:

Discounts on NJLA events
Professional development programs
Join a committee or section
Network with colleagues

Retired members
Friends of the library and volunteers 
NJ Library Trustee Association members 

Become a Member

Become a Member

 

STUDENT
For MLS Students

Includes membership with ALA
Discounts on NJLA events
Network with future colleagues

Join Through ALA

 

For Organizations

INSTITUTIONAL ENHANCED INSTITUTIONAL (EIM)
For libraries Membership for all staff

Free NJLA job posting
One free program voucher*
Subscription to NJLA Newsletter

Includes all institutional benefits
Includes all individual member benefits

Enroll Your Organization

Enroll Your Organization

 

PARTNERSHIP
For companies and vendors

Many levels of support to choose from
Company promotion
Scholarship Opportunities
Conference Benefits

Enroll Your Organization
* Vouchers can not be used on NJLA "Signature Events" like the Annual Conference and Emerging Leaders

NJLA does not issue full or partial refunds on previously paid memberships.