Become a Sister Library

Each Sister Library relationship is unique. Once two libraries decide to partner, they establish the level of commitment that they are both comfortable with; the partnership can be as formal or informal as desired. Details are included about why and how to become a Sister Library.

Why?

✓ Promote awareness of libraries and their international reach.

✓ Improve access to published information in both countries.

✓ Raise awareness of issues and needs facing libraries in various countries.

✓ Offer opportunities to learn more about a region or country represented by an immigrant group in your community.

✓ Share techniques and technologies to help solve problems.

✓ Broaden both your own and your staff’s view of the library profession.

✓ Increase staff and community knowledge of other cultures.

✓ Share information, resources, expertise, and training between libraries.

How?

First, read our checklist, which will help you plan and think about your goals for a Sister Library partnership. We strongly recommend doing this before contacting a potential library.
Get tips on how to find a Sister Library.
Browse “Libraries Seeking Sisters” list of libraries seeking a Sister Library partnership. If you wish to be added to the list so that a potential Sister Library can find you, complete this form: Add Me to the List of Sister Libraries Seeking Partners.
Explore more ideas about library partnerships.

We are always interested in hearing new suggestions. Email them to sister.libraries@gmail.com.

For More Information:

American Library Association

International Relations Office

Telephone: 800-545-2433, ext. 3201

Fax: 312-280-4392

sister.libraries@gmail.com