CommitteesMuch of NELA’s work is done by dedicated volunteers who serve on a variety of committees: New England Library Leadership Symposium (NELLS)
Administrative CommitteeThe Administrative Committee is composed of the Association’s Elected Officers. See Board. The Administrative Committee oversees the activities of the Association, sets the agenda of the Executive Board meeting and conducts the business of the Association between Executive Board meetings in compliance with the actions and principles of the Association. The Administrative Committee meets bimonthly between the Executive Board meetings.
Conference PlanningThe Conference Planning Committee is chaired by NELA’s Vice President. The committee plans the Association’s Annual Conference, including approving and scheduling conference programs and managing the exhibit hall and vendor needs. Interested in joining the Conference Planning Committee? Fill out our Get Involved form
Educational AssistanceThe Educational Assistance Committee reviews applications for the scholarships and grants NELA offers and makes recommendations to the Executive Board. They are also involved in developing and carrying out fundraising activities which support the Educational Assistance Fund. Deb Hoadley, Library Director
FinanceThe Finance Committee makes recommendations to the Executive Board regarding the budget, applications for expenditures of funds, and other financial matters. It shall be composed of the President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Library Association Administrator, and two members elected from the Executive Board. Bernie Protchnik, Library Director
GovernanceThe Governance Committee is responsible for formulating and recommending changes to NELA's bylaws to the membership. Edna Hutchins, Youth Services Librarian
Intellectual FreedomThe Intellectual Freedom Committee’s goal is to promote awareness of intellectual freedom issues and to provide support to the New England library community in upholding the principles of intellectual freedom.
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Kathleen McCabe Kenny
Nevins Memorial Library
MembershipThe goal of the Membership Committee is to encourage New England librarians to become new or renewing members of NELA and to promote active participation in the Association. Curious about membership benefits? Learn more. Erica Hout
New England Library Leadership Symposium (NELLS)
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NominatingThis committee consists of the six State Representatives to the Executive Board and the Past President, who serves as chair. The members nominate candidate(s) for each elected office to be filled:
Contact the Nominating Committee for details at [email protected]
PersonnelAs of 2015, NELA has two part-time employees: The Library Association Administrator (LAA) and the Events & Communication Coordinator. See Staff. The Personnel Committee is currently made up of the Treasurer, President, Vice President/President Elect, Senior Director and Past President. One member is selected by the group to serve as Personnel Chair.
Public RelationsThe Public Relations Committee promotes the purpose and objectives of NELA by establishing contacts with other organizations and publicizing the value and importance of libraries and NELA programs.
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