About the Project
Started in 2014 by the American Library Association’s Public Programs Office, the Libraries Transforming Communities initiative seeks to provide community engagement resources and opportunities specific to the needs of library workers. Building on the prior phase of the initiative, this project will provide up to 50 libraries with grant funding, training, and resources they need to lead community conversations on divisive issues their communities are grappling with.
Advisor Opportunity
ALA will select four advisors to participate in this project from December 2026 to May 2027.
Advisors will be selected for their experience in community engagement, library programming, and facilitation. Experience working in a library and active ALA membership are required.
Project advisors will be responsible for:
- Participating in 3 virtual meetings between December 2026 and May 2027;
- Reviewing and providing feedback on a community discussion guide on public art, as well as other project deliverables;
- And assisting with promoting project deliverables and the grant opportunity to their networks.
Honorarium: $500
How to Apply
Applicants will be asked to submit the following information:
- A brief statement addressing your interest in the position (600 words max) including any demonstrated community engagement, facilitation, and library programming experience.
- Your resume or CV (2 pages max).
Applications must be submitted through ALA’s grant management platform:
Questions may be directed to publicprograms@ala.org.
All applicants will be notified of their status by November 16, 2026.