Maximize Your Membership

Welcome to TLA – we’re glad you joined! We want to help you make the most of your membership year with these four steps:

1) See the big picture with TLA 101 Guide and TLA Group Overview

2) Log on and explore. Utilize the Members Only section to see who else is involved in your District, Division and Round Tables. Send a message to the Chair or other members in the group.  Here’s a step-by-step guide for finding TLA officers.

3) Get involved! Our members are active in so many ways– the opportunities are endless! Complete this online form and let us know what interests you.  You can:

• Serve in a leadership role
• Run for office
• Help with PR activities
• Be a presenter for a webinar or conference session
• Write an article for the TLA Journal or news piece
• Help with planning a virtual or in-person meet up
• Help advocate – attend a legislative hearing to share your insights
• Help with outreach activities

4) Stay active year round

January – April

• Vote for future leaders of TLA (you must be a member by 1/31 to be eligible).
• Attend TLA Annual Conference
• Reach out to your colleagues in your district, division and round tables.

May – July

• Let the incoming TLA President know you want to serve on a Committee
• Apply or encourage a colleague to apply for LAUNCH, TALL Texans, and ELI
• Register for Annual Assembly Conference
• Submit an article or program proposal

September – December

• Apply for awards and scholarships
• Consider running for office
• Attend your District Fall Conference/Meeting