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APALA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing leadership opportunities through informed dialogue that addresses the needs of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander library workers and those who serve these communities.

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President’s Message – Fall 2025
 
I also know that our advocacy work isn’t easy. From combating anti-Asian hate to pushing for authentic representation in our library profession and communities, from supporting immigrant and refugee communities, queer communities, and all library communities to addressing accessibility and inclusion, our work is far from finished. That’s why we want to focus on exploring how to bridge race, culture, and disability (visible and invisible) to ensure everyone in our community truly feels seen and knows they belong.
I encourage each of you to stay engaged, share your expertise, and support one another. Whether through mentoring a colleague, contributing to APALA initiatives, or simply staying connected through our networks—your participation makes a difference!

Eileen K. Bosch – APALA President, 2025-2026

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APALA has many standing committees that cater to various interests. Our organization is a welcoming place for attaining valuable experience in committee participation and leadership.

Volunteer for a Committee ​

APALA members can be active in the Association by serving on the Executive Board, on committees or task forces, or by being appointed as representatives or liaisons to other ALA committees or assemblies. 

Become a Mentor/Mentee​

The APALA Mentoring Program provides professional and personal development, inspiration, and encouragement to new and future librarians through a supportive mentoring relationship.

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Membership is open to all librarians and information specialists of Asian/Pacific descent and others who support the goals and purpose of APALA.

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Developing a Residency Program
A Practical Guide for Librarians 
by Lorelei Rutledge; Jay L. Colbert; Anastasia Chiu and Jason Alston

Asian American Librarians and Library Services: Activism, Collaborations, and Strategies by Janet Hyunju Clarke (Editor), Raymond Pun (Editor), Monnee Tong (Editor), Clara M. Chu (Foreword)

Asian American Librarians and Library Services: Activism, Collaborations, and Strategies
by Janet Hyunju Clarke, Raymond Pun, and Monnee Tong. Forward by Clara M. Chu

Asian American Matters: A New York Anthology Perfect by Asian American and Asian Research Institute - The City University of New York (Author), Moustafa Bayoumi (Contributor), Meena Alexander (Contributor), Judy Yung (Contributor), Betty Lee Sung (Contributor), Tarry Hum (Contributor), Erik Love (Contributor), Allan Punzalan Isaac (Contributor), Prema Kurien (Contributor), Peter Kwong (Contributor), Luis H. Francia (Contributor), Russell C. Leong (Editor)

Asian American Matters: A New York Anthology
by Asian American and Asian Research Institute – The City University of New York

Pushing the Margins: Women of Color and Intersectionality in LIS

Pushing the Margins: Women of Color and Intersectionality in LIS 
By Rose L Chou and Annie Pho