PLG encourages the establishment of local, regional, and
student chapters. To create a PLG chapter in your community, read
the PLG Chapter
Guidelines. To learn more about PLG and progressive
librarianship, the essay "Introducing PLG to a new
librarian"and reviewing PLG's Statement of
Purpose are good starting points.
- Dalhousie University PLG Chapter - The first PLG student chapter in Canada at the School of Information Management (SIM), Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia.
- Drexel
Progressive Librarians Guild - Founded in early 2008, the
Drexel student chapter furthers PLG's goals
and collaborates with other radical groups on campus to contribute to
the broader activist community in Philadelphia.
- Edmonton PLG Chapter - Members are archivists, communications
specialists, educators, librarians, library technicians, researchers,
and other information professionals from Edmonton, AB and the
surrounding area. Visit Edmonton's blog.
- Indiana University PLG Student Chapter − The Indiana University PLG Student Chapter seeks to promote socially responsible librarianship and provide a progressive forum for the exchange of ideas. The chapter encourages thoughtful discourse and discussion by hosting events, talks and panels that address professional, political, and societal issues that impact library and information workers and students.
- London, Ontario Chapter - Started
at the University of Western Ontario by
MLIS students, membership is open to any interested information workers
in the London area. PLG London has a blog: http://plglondon.wordpress.com
and is on Facebook
and can be contacted at PLGlondonON at groups.facebook.com.
- Piedmont PLG, South Carolina − "A Breed Apart Progressives in the Bible Belt." A group concerned with promoting progressive values in libraries and librarianship. As a chapter of the Progressive Librarians Guild, we wholeheartedly support their statement of purpose and goals. We will also discuss issues that directly impact the Carolina Piedmont.
- St.
John's University - At Facebook.
- St.
Kate's PLG Chapter −
The College of St. Catherine Progressive Librarians Guild (PLG) Student
Chapter emphasizes collaborations with local libraries and activist
groups. The St. Kate's PLG promotes campus discussion about progressive
library issues while connecting students to ongoing radical library
volunteer efforts. By incorporating service and action into St. Kate's
MLIS program, the PLG student chapter embraces and expands upon the
College's tradition of social responsibility. Contact: progressive at
stkate.edu.
- Simmons GSLIS − The student chapter at Simmons supports the PLG and its statement of principles by: encouraging and providing a forum for the open exchange of radical views on library issues; conducting campaigns to support progressive and democratic library activities on the local, national and international level; and promoting progressive activities, i.e. guest speakers, discussions, field trips and volunteer opportunities that enhance the professional development of its members.
- University of
Arizona PLG Student Chapter −
As the University of Arizona Chapter of Progressive Librarians Guild,
we strive
to uphold and promote social responsibility and diverse points of view
through
participation in the LIS field. We believe that direct communication on
progressive issues with LIS students and professionals, as well as the
community, will provide opportunities for improving libraries and
communities
for all. Through cooperative discussion, projects, and direct action on
myriad
subjects, and from multiple viewpoints, we aspire to attain the ideals
of a
true democratic society.The PLG-UA Chapter newsletter is found here.
- University of Illinois PLG Student Chapter − The purpose of GSLIS chapter of the Progressive Librarians Guild is to foster discussion and action related to librarianship and social responsibility, both within the graduate program as well as the greater field. We believe that the vital role of the library in a democratic society requires a politically and socially engaged profession.
- Wayne State University,
Detroit, PLG Student Chapter − The purpose of the PLG-WSU
is to promote a politically/culturally progressive model of
librarianship and graduate library and information science education.
PLG-WSU is on Facebook.
Join the Wayne State PLG discussion forum by sending an email to: plg-wsu at googlegroups.com
