Cape Cod and Islands Library Association
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About CCILA

FAQs about CCILA

 
 
 
 
CCILA Bylaws
 

What is the Cape Cod and Islands Library Association? 

CCILA is an organization of library   professionals, paraprofessionals, library aides, trustees,  volunteers, friends, and others committed to fostering  cooperation among libraries, safeguarding intellectual  freedom, and promoting access to information for all    residents of Cape Cod and the Islands as well as scholars and others interested in topics with a Cape and Islands connection

The scope of CCILA membership includes public, school, and academic libraries as well as special libraries: health science and hospital libraries, historical associations, and natural history organizations.

The association encourages professional growth, provides  avenues for sharing common concerns, advocates for the  interests of libraries. 

See the association's Meetings: A Fall Annual Meeting and a Spring Conference.

What are the benefits of membership?  

  • You acquire a network of colleagues in this special area of the country who share your interests and enthusiasm.
  • You develop channels of communication and support through professional relationships made and renewed at meetings, workshops and conferences. 
  • You develop special skills and expertise to allow you to grow professionally.

What types of membership are offered?

  • INDIVIDUAL - Extends membership privileges to any individual affiliated with or interested in libraries of the Cape or Islands.  Retired librarians, volunteers and members of boards of trustees are welcomed.  
  • INSTITUTIONAL - Extends voting membership privileges to all persons affiliated with any of the libraries of the Cape or Islands.  

Activities?

  • Serve on committees, elective boards and participate in creating and managing Spring and Fall conferences.
  • Assist with publicity, membership, and web design. 
  • Let your Board know what types of programs and services you would like CCILA to support.  
  • Apply for financial support for Library-related courses and continuing education through the Christine Rose Memorial Scholarship.

    Board of Directors?

    Officers

    • President: 
    • Vice President:
    • Treasurer:
    • Secretary:
    • Immediate Past President: Donna Burgess

    Others on the Board and Nominating Committees: 
     

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