Libraries are trusted institutions of memory, knowledge and discovery that empower every person to full participation in a democratic society.
NSLA is an alliance of the national, state and territory libraries of Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. Together, we harness our collective expertise and scale to empower future-focused, responsive libraries that advance knowledge, inspire curiosity and underpin the values of inclusive, democratic societies.
Members of National and State Libraries Australasia (NSLA) acknowledge the Traditional Custodians and Kaitiaki of the lands on which our libraries do their daily work, preserving and sharing our collective cultural heritage.
> Discover resources to promote culturally safe libraries.DISCOVER OUR WORK
Our alliance continues more than fifty years of collaboration and innovation across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. Discover our strategy, and explore the projects and initiatives we are delivering together.
MEET OUR MEMBERS
Beginning as the State Librarians' Council in 1973, our alliance now includes the Northern Territory, the ACT, and the national libraries of Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. Meet our Board, and explore our shared achievements over more than fifty years of partnership.