Library and Information Association of New Zealand Aotearoa
LIANZA is the Library and Information Association of New Zealand Aotearoa - the professional body of the New Zealand library, information and knowledge sector.
LIANZA is a national organisation but members can also participate locally or through special interest groups. Today over 1600 individuals and organisations enjoy the benefits of membership; members' interests are represented through the elected National Council. LIANZA is a long-standing organisation, beginning in 1910 as the New Zealand Library Association.
LIANZA is actively committed to the recognition and implementation of the Treaty of Waitangi, demonstrated by the partnership relationship with Te Röpü Whakahau : Mäori Library & Information Workers Association.
LIANZA's goals are to promote libraries and information; to foster the profession and to provide professional leadership.
LIANZA welcomes any person or organisation interested in the library, information or knowledge sectors. Membership benefits include:
- Keep up-to-date through the monthly magazine Library Life, the biannual research journal, New Zealand Libraries as well as other publications by special interest or regional groups
- Network with colleagues with similar interests and issues
- Specialised interest groups for networking and mentoring opportunities in smaller more focused groups
- National representation, advocacy and lobbying on key bodies and on key principles
- Continuing professional development through LIANZA conferences, seminars and meetings
- Professional leadership and publications on important issues
- Contribute to and participate in the development of the profession
- Discounted fees for conferences, seminars and publications
- Discount deals negotiated especially for LIANZA members
- Professional recognition and development through LIANZA awards and scholarships
- Voting privileges.
Contact:
Level 7, Navigate House, 69 Boulcott Street, Wellington
PO Box 12 212 Wellington
Phone 04 473 5834 Fax 04 499 1480 Email office@lianza.org.nz
Website: www.lianza.org.nz
