The Library of Congress is the nation's oldest federal cultural institution and serves as the research arm of Congress. It is also the largest library in the world, with millions of books, recordings, photographs, maps and manuscripts in its collections.
The Library's mission is to support the Congress in fulfilling its constitutional duties and to further the progress of knowledge and creativity for the benefit of the American people.
The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) is the leading international body representing the interests of library and information services and their users. It is the global voice of the library and information profession.
IFLA is the main platform for formulating goals, exerting influence as a group, protecting interests, and finding solutions to global problems. IFLA offers you an international network to exchange ideas and to promote international cooperation, research and development in all fields.
IFLA depends on the cooperation and active involvement of its members to reach its goals.
Founded in 1936, the Society of American Archivists is North America's oldest and largest national archival professional association. SAA's mission is to promotes the value and diversity of archives and archivists. We are the preeminent source of professional resources and the principal communication hub for American archivists.