About Us

Established in 1921, the Catholic Library Association is an international membership organization, providing its members professional development through educational and networking experiences, publications, scholarships, and other services. The Catholic Library Association coordinates the exchange of ideas, provides a source of inspirational support and guidance in ethical issues related to librarianship, and offers fellowship for those who seek, serve, preserve, and share the word in all its forms.

Our Mission

The Catholic Library Association, an international membership organization...

  • Provides leadership for professional development
  • Coordinates the exchange of ideas
  • Offers spiritual support
  • Promotes Catholic and ecumenical literature
  • Fosters community among those who seek, serve, preserve, and share the word in all its forms

The Catholic Library Association...

The Catholic Library Association...



Members enjoy many benefits including networking opportunities, discounts on events and in the shop and up-to-date information on industry news. Join us today!
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CLA’s award-winning journal, Catholic Library World (CLW), tops the list of membership benefits.
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