The Intellectual Freedom Round Table (IFRT) provides a forum for the discussion of activities, programs, and problems in intellectual freedom of libraries and librarians.
The IFRT Members Community group is the central hub for discussion, library and events. It is visible to all ALA members but only IFRT members can participate in the conversation.
As the NMRT Liaison to IFRT, I have been asked to share this message:
Dear Colleagues,
Have you been a librarian for 5 years or more?
Do you like to help others and want to give back to your profession?
The New Members Round Table (NMRT) Career Mentoring Program offers you the chance to meet a new librarian and guide them as they learn the ins and outs of librarianship!
The Career Mentoring Program focuses on long term mentoring. We will pair up "newbie librarians" with "seasoned vets" as part of a year-long mentoring program that will last from February 2012 to July 2012. Conference attendance is not required. Membership in ALA is required, and NMRT membership is encouraged.
Applications are due January 27, 2012 with the goal of notifying the matching pairs by the middle of February.
For more information and to apply, visit:
http://www.ala.org/nmrt/oversightgroups/comm/mentor/mentoringcommitteeApplication: http://www.ala.org/nmrt/oversightgroups/comm/mentor/careerMentorApp
Please feel free to contact us if you have any further questions after visiting the site.
Sincerely,
The New Member Round Table Mentoring Committee