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Whether you have a few hours to give or are ready to take on a leadership role, there are opportunities throughout the year to get involved. Volunteer at Annual Conference, serve on a committee, lead a TLA unit, or contribute your expertise in other ways.
Volunteering is an opportunity to do more than give back. It’s a way to build relationships across the Texas library community, strengthen your professional network, develop leadership skills, share your expertise, and help shape the future of TLA.
Volunteer opportunities vary in commitment, responsibilities, and application periods. Explore the different ways you can contribute to TLA and find an opportunity that works for you.
Volunteer Portal
Help advance the work of the association by serving on a TLA standing committee. Committee members collaborate with fellow TLA members and staff on programs, initiatives, governance, and other areas that support TLA’s mission.
Standing committee volunteer opportunities are typically available September through December, with terms beginning after Annual Conference.
Take the next step in your TLA involvement by serving as an officer for a division, district, or round table. Unit officers help guide their member communities, develop programs, support engagement, and represent the interests of their unit.
Unit officer opportunities are typically available December through March, with terms beginning after Annual Conference.
Help connect Texas readers with outstanding books by serving on one of TLA’s reading list committees. Committee members read, evaluate, discuss, and select titles for TLA’s nationally recognized reading lists.
Reading list committee applications are typically available March through May, with terms beginning in January.
TLA offers volunteer opportunities throughout the year. Application periods and term dates vary depending on the type of opportunity.
Not seeing the opportunity you’re looking for? TLA has more volunteer opportunities throughout the year such as writing for the Texas Library Journal, working a booth at the Texas Book Festival and more! To view all the volunteer opportunities visit:
The new TLA Engage+ mobile app offers member the convenience of access the TLA Engage community on their mobile phone.
Meet Cathy Rollins, TLA Education and Virtual Programs Manager.
