About ASLA (NSW) Inc.

The Association was formed in April, 1964 as the School Library Association of New South Wales. The founding president was John Hirst.

It was formed to provide a professional organisation for all engaged or interested in school libraries.  In 1995, the Association changed its name to the Australian School Library Association (New South Wales) Inc. and is now a professional organisation encompassing school libraries, learning centres, resource centres and centres of information technology.  ASLA (NSW) is also a member of the Joint Council for Professional Teachers' Associations.

Together with other State and Territory Associations, the Association forms a federated body known as ASLA (Australian School Library Association) which gives all a unified voice at the national level.

The Association is also a member of the International Association of School Librarianship (IASL) .

Presidents of the Association have included many prominent members of the profession in NSW.

Life Membership has been granted to six Association members.

 

The Annual General Meeting each year includes election for officer bearers. Download the nomination form today and nominate to a position!