ALA’s 2024–2026 Strategic Direction

Our Priorities

Learn more about ALA’s plans for the next three years, as we look to continually push our Association forward. Check out our areas of focus for 2024–2026.

VISION STATEMENT — VISION STATEMENT
Creating excellence. Driving innovation. Empowering leaders in law.

MISSION STATEMENT — MISSION STATEMENT
ALA is the catalyst for growth by providing:
• Diverse educational experiences.
• Engaged peer communities.
• Strategic solutions.
• Dynamic resources.
• Trusted networks.

Focus Areas

FOCUS AREAS — FOCUS AREAS MEMBER EXPERIENCE EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IMPACT DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND ACCESSIBILITY INNOVATION

MEMBER EXPERIENCE — MEMBER EXPERIENCE Create member experiences that are meaningful, accessible and personalized. Success Indicators Members are equipped with solutions to current, new and emerging issues. Increased member retention, growth and engagement. Increased quantity, quality and consumption of relevant programs and services being offered by the Association.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT — EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Deliver timely and pertinent educational resources and growth opportunities. Success Indicators Elevated content from thought leaders and subject matter experts of today and tomorrow is available through multiple learning modalities. Members have access to pathways for earning CLM certification and other ALA sponsored credentials.

IMPACT — IMPACT Elevate the visibility and influence of the Association and our members. Success Indicators Trusted authority for content in media, publications and other forums. Members earn and are recognized for rigorous credentials that demonstrate their professional excellence. Members drive change in their organizations and communities through their ALA experience.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND ACCESSIBILITY — DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND ACCESSIBILITY Continually advance a welcoming and supportive culture in which everyone belongs and has a voice. Success Indicators Our commitment to diversity is seen and felt in everything we do. Pursue relationships that demonstrate our commitment to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA). Showcase our commitment to belonging, resulting in growing and retaining membership. Nurture an inclusive culture of volunteerism and leadership development.

INNOVATION — INNOVATION Lead the ecosystem toward a future defined by notable advancements and change. Success Indicators Members are driving transformation initiatives within their organizations. Spearheading collaborative experiences that connect members, business partners and industry experts.

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