(via Kristin Pekoll, Illinois Library Association)
Are you looking to develop or enhance your professional skills, broaden your network, increase your visibility in or give back to the profession? If so, volunteer to serve on an ILA committee!
Feeling unsure? Here are a few reasons why you should volunteer:
Professional Development: It provides opportunities for professional development, allowing you to hone or expand your professional skills, knowledge, and expertise. As a committee member, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with other library professionals from across the state, learn from their experiences, and gain new perspectives on profession-related issues.
Networking Opportunities: It’s a great way to expand your professional network. You will have the chance to work with other library professionals, form relationships, and make connections that will help you advance your career and expand your opportunities.
Recognition: It offers a means for you to be recognized for your contributions to the profession. As a committee member, you will have the opportunity to share your work with others and showcase your expertise. This can help you build your reputation and increase your visibility within the profession.
Giving Back to the Profession: It is a way to give back to the profession and support the advancement of librarianship. By serving on a committee, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of policies, practices, and initiatives that can have a positive impact on libraries and librarianship around the state.
To volunteer, please complete and submit the online form.
We hope you will consider serving on an ILA committee; now is an ideal time to do so, as appointments will begin soon. If you have any questions about ILA committees or the appointment process, please contact the ILA office at ila@ila.org.
We look forward to working with you!