Become a TLA Ambassador
We are excited to introduce the TLA We Are Stronger Together Ambassador campaign!
TLA is at its best when we work together to build a strong and vibrant library community. That’s why we’re inviting you, our valued members, to become Membership Ambassadors and help share what makes TLA special and grow our community.
From April 1 to May 31, you can share your passion for our association and invite your colleagues to join TLA. By doing so, you’ll not only strengthen our association but also earn exclusive rewards and recognition.
Why Participate?
- Help strengthen our community and expand our reach and impact across Texas.
- Be celebrated as a TLA Ambassador in the summer Texas Library Journal, TLACast newsletter, and receive a digital badge.
- Receive a TLA Ambassador 2025 t-shirt when you refer someone who joins, and pays their dues before May 31.
- The current TLA member that refers the most people who join and pay their dues before May 31, 2025 will receive a $100 gift card.
How to Become a Membership Ambassador”
- Make a list of colleagues who would benefit from TLA membership.
- Share the flyer, use the email template, talk with a colleague or share the join link. (see below)
- The TLA membership database will track all referrals.
Your Colleague joins TLA:
- Direct your colleague to join TLA via the online form before May 31. Dues must be paid when they join online.
- They will list your name as a referral in the online membership join process so that you receive credit.
Celebrate Together:
Once the campaign concludes, we’ll recognize our TLA Ambassadors:
- TLA Ambassador 2025 t-shirt
- Digital Badge
- Recognition in the summer issue of the Texas Library Journal and June TLACast e-newsletter.
Ready to become a TLA Ambassador? Start sharing today with these resources!
Share with your colleague this link to join TLA webpage.
Spread the word on social media by using the template below!
“The Texas Library Association has been a valuable resource for my career. It’s where I’ve found professional development, an expansive library network, and a community of colleagues who care about the future of libraries. If you’re considering joining, I’d be glad to share my experience with you! Join by May 31, list my name as your referral, and help strengthen our community! txla.org/join”
Questions, please email TLA.
Disclaimers
- This campaign is open to current 2025 Texas Library Association members.
- The We Are Stronger Together’ Membership Ambassador campaign runs from April 1 to May 31, 2025, at 11:59pm CDT.
- Referrals must result in a new, paid membership within the campaign period to be eligible for recognition. The association reserves the right to verify all referrals.
- The digital badge is for online use only.
- The member who refers the most individuals who join and pay by May 31, 2025 will be notified by TLA and will receive a $100 gift card.
- If the member who refers the most members does not claim the prize within 10 days, an alternate may be selected.
- The gift card is non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash.
- The Texas Library Association reserves the right to modify or cancel the campaign at any time without prior notice.
- By participating in this campaign, you agree to the collection and use of your personal information and your referral in accordance with Texas Library Association’s privacy policy.
- By participating, members agree to release and hold harmless Texas Library Association from any and all claims, liabilities, and damages arising from their participation in the campaign.
- TLA is not responsible if the person referred does not list a member’s name at time of joining, or other unforseen technical difficulties in the join process through TLA’s online membership system.
- TLA employees, 2025-2026 TLA Executive Board members and their immediate family members are not eligible.