The ALA, American Library Association, is the oldest, as well as, the largest library association in the world. I believe the ALA will remain relevant in an ever-changing future. Along as the ALA maintains its central goals, such as, extending and expanding library services, promoting openness and inclusiveness, advocating intellectual freedom, encouraging social responsibility, and placing a premium on innovation, the ALA will remain current in the future. Currently, the ALA promotes diversity, education, and lifelong learning, and those values are significant to the overall health of society. Lastly, the ALA has displayed an ability to adapt its message and mission over time to fit the needs of its members, the library profession, and the
