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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Round up – Library Carpentry Day
Friday the 6th February saw a full classroom of library people arrive to engage in a full day session, getting to grips with Python and all the extra goodies. Starting with ensuring everyone was up and running with all the basics loaded and working, we then moved onto...
🌟 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...
Events
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.
ALIAWest Presents ‘The Value of Us’ Conference
Save the Date! 🌟 Join Us at 2026’s Premier GLAMR Conference in Western Australia! 🌟 The Value of Us is a celebration of collective impact. In a time of rapid change, this conference brings people together to explore our shared purpose and the strength of our...
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.