ALIA West
ALIA West is your gateway to professional development and networking opportunities in Western Australia’s library community. Through initiatives like the F A Sharr Award and collaborative projects, we empower members to excel in their careers while promoting excellence in librarianship. Our social and networking program fosters connections across the region, facilitating the exchange of ideas and supporting grassroots recruitment efforts.
Join ALIAWest to access valuable resources, participate in industry events, and connect with like-minded professionals passionate about shaping the future of libraries.
Library Technicians will find additional resources and connections in the Western Australian Library Technicians group and those entering the profession are always encouraged to join the Students and New Graduates group.
Happy ALIA West Members. Perth, WA. ~ Photo by ALIAWest.
ALIA membership
Anyone can get involved with ALIA West. ALIA membership is encouraged but not required. Find out more about the benefits of ALIA membership below.
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🌟 Starting 2026 Deliciously: ALIAWest’s First Committee Gathering of the Year
There is something special about beginning a new year surrounded by people who share your passion, your values, and your commitment to strengthening the GLAMAR professional community. That is exactly how we launched 2026 — gathered around a table at the Royal on the...
A New Year Greeting and a Heartfelt Tasmanian Adventure
Hello everyone! As we welcome 2026, I want to wish you all a joyful, fulfilling, and successful New Year. May it bring new opportunities, meaningful connections, and plenty of moments that make you smile. I also wanted to share a little story from my recent trip to...
WASLA Event
On the 15th November ALIAWest was proud to host members of the WA School Library Association at the TL Robertson Library at Curtin University. Committee members Monique and Nicola provided tours of the Library (reopened in 2023 after a complete internal refurbishment)...
Events
Committee Meeting
Committee meetings are held monthly on the first Wednesday of each month; February to November. Join online on Zoom or in person usually at the State Library of Western Australia.
ALIA West Library Carpentry Workshop Day
Registrations now open! https://www.alia.org.au/EventRegistration?EventKey=WEST0226 🔧📚 Join Us for a Library Carpentry Workshop! 📚🔧 Are you ready to boost your data and digital skills in a friendly, hands-on environment?We’re excited to host a Library Carpentry...
F A Sharr Award 2025
The F A Sharr Award is named after Francis Aubie (Ali) Sharr, State Librarian in Western Australia from 1953 to 1976, in recognition of his contribution to libraries and librarianship in Western Australia and to the profession more broadly. The award is presented to a...
Committee Meeting
Committee meetings are held monthly on the first Wednesday of each month; February to November. Join online on Zoom or in person usually at the State Library of Western Australia.
Committee meetings are held monthly on the first Wednesday of each month; February to November. Join online on Zoom or in person usually at the State Library of Western Australia.
Committee Meeting
Committee meetings are held monthly on the first Wednesday of each month; February to November. Join online on Zoom or in person usually at the State Library of Western Australia.
Committee Meeting
Committee meetings are held monthly on the first Wednesday of each month; February to November. Join online on Zoom or in person usually at the State Library of Western Australia.
Committee Meeting
Committee meetings are held monthly on the first Wednesday of each month; February to November. Join online on Zoom or in person usually at the State Library of Western Australia.
Committee Meeting
Committee meetings are held monthly on the first Wednesday of each month; February to November. Join online on Zoom or in person usually at the State Library of Western Australia.
Committee Meeting
Committee meetings are held monthly on the first Wednesday of each month; February to November. Join online on Zoom or in person usually at the State Library of Western Australia.