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The Australian School Library Association Inc. (ASLA) is a national authority, a peak forum in the field of teacher librarianship and school library resource services. Its aim is to maximise opportunities for students to obtain independent lifelong learning and decision making skills through ASLA's commitment to : high professional standards; awareness of advances and changes in technology and the competence and ability to teach and use it; effective, cooperative use of school resource services by the whole school community; qualified teacher librarians with an image of excellence and optimum use of the dual skills of teaching and librarianship.

Purpose of this policy is to emphasise the importance of qualifications for a teacher librarian and to ensure the high standard of personnel engaged in information provision and foster their professional interests and aspirations.

In March 2003, the Australian School Library Association commissioned the Australian Council for Education Research to conduct a review of the research literature on school libraries and student achievement. Commonly known as the Lonsdale Report (2003), it identifies the need for research that links school libraries to student achievement in Australia.

The aim of A Manual for Developing Policies and Procedures in Australian School Library Resource Centres sets out how to develop the policies and document the procedures that are essential for exemplary management practices. The implementation of these policies and procedures will ensure that there is equitable access to resources for all users.

Keep up to date with trends, events and conversations around school libraries in Australia and beyond.

This statement describes the professional knowledge, skills and commitment demonstrated by teacher librarians working at a level of excellence. It represents the goals to which all Australian teacher librarians should aspire, and provides inspiration for quality teaching and ongoing professional practice.