Membership

The Special Library Association (SLA) is the international association representing the interests of thousands of information professionals in over eighty countries worldwide. SLA empowers information professionals through learning, advocacy, and networking. SLA offers you FREE membership in one of the 26 subject Divisions and the opportunity to join others for a small membership fee.

SLA is a global organization, and there is a dramatic range of incomes among its members. To be equitable to all, and to build the global network that is essential to all information professionals, SLA has tied dues in some way to income. SLA currently has a three income-based tiers: 1) for members making less than US$18,000, 2) for members making between US$18,000 and US$34,999, and 3) for members making US$35,000 and above.

SLA Board of Directors has voted to increase dues by 15 percent for most members, effective January 1, 2010. In addition a new dues tier for members with an annual income of US$75,000 or greater was approved, effective January 1, 2010.

More information can be found at SLA Dues Q & A

Membership in the Biomedical and Life Sciences Division offers you many opportunities to help you build peer professional relationships, strengthen managerial and leadership skills, expand technical knowledge and develop new skills and expertise in a non-threatening and fun atmosphere.

DBIO was established in 1935 to provide members engaged or interested in the exchange and disseminating of life sciences and health information an opportunity for personal and professional growth. With an average membership of over 800 individuals, we are one of the largest SLA divisions.

This pie chart shows that our members come from a multitude of backgrounds and experiences. Recognizing that our strength lies with our members, DBIO seeks to offer a wide range of programs, events, publications, and volunteer opportunities to create a strong community of practice. (You can also view our 2007 Membership Chart.)

Find out more about the Benefits of Joining!

Rev. September 2009