Essentials of Chapter Leadership: FAQs

We understand that you may have questions regarding this event. We have done our best to anticipate what some of those may be and have provided additional details here. Please direct any additional questions regarding funding assistance and educational sessions to [email protected]. Questions regarding registration should be directed to [email protected].  
 
Q: Has my chapter registered? 
A: Beginning January 15, a list of registered chapters will be added to the website and updated daily by the close of business. 

Q: I'd like to register my chapter, but would like to apply for funding assistance.  What should I do first?
A: Please complete the funding assistance application first.  Applications will be accepted until February 12.  ALA Headquarters will notify applicants of their status by the end of February.  If approved for assistance, registration instructions will be provided at that time.

 
Q: My chapter has registered. Do I need to register?  
A: Yes! Individual registration is required to receive access information for the event and session recordings. If your chapter has registered and paid for the event, as a chapter member you should have received an email from ALA headquarters with a unique registration link and code. Individual attendees must register using this unique code by 5 p.m. Central on March 12. Individuals who do not register themselves by the deadline will be unable to access the platform. 
 
Q: My chapter has registered, but I have not received instructions from ALA headquarters so that I can register myself. What do I do?  
A: Confirm that your chapter has paid by checking the registered chapters list on the event website.  If your chapter is listed, please reach out to ALA headquarters for assistance at [email protected]. It is imperative that you register by 5 p.m. Central on March 12. 
 
Q: What platform will be used for these sessions? 
A: All sessions will be conducted using the Zoom webinar platform that can be accessed through our LMS.  
 
Q: Will sessions be recorded? 
A: Yes! All sessions that include presentations will be recorded and posted to My Dashboard. Recordings will be secured in such a way that they will only be accessible to those that registered for the event. However, breakout sessions will not be recorded to encourage open discussion and sharing. 
 
Q: I am unable to attend the event live but would like to view the recordings afterward. What do I do? 
A: You must register for the event by 5 p.m. Central on March 12. The recordings will be posted to My Dashboard after the event for you to view. 
 
Q: Will session handouts be available? 
A: Yes, handouts will be made available in the LMS within the session listing, though some handouts may not be posted until after the session has taken place.  
 
Q: Will this event replace the in-person Chapter Leadership Institute (CLI) event? 
A: Absolutely not! CLI is an event that many of our chapter leaders look forward to attending each year. CLI has grown over the past several years, resulting in several cutting-edge sessions. We are extremely proud of the direction it has taken, but we also recognize the importance of continuing to provide chapter leaders and those interested in stepping into a leadership role with basic instruction on chapter management, as well as information on the importance of adhering to essential financial and legal responsibilities. Those are the topics that will be addressed at the Essentials of Chapter Leadership.  
 
Q: Will any of the sessions offered qualify for continuing education credit? 
A: No, these sessions are focused on chapter management topics. They do not meet the necessary requirements for continuing education credits.