Association of Tribal Archives, Libraries, & Museums, ATALM

"an international non-profit organization that maintains a network of support for indigenous programs, provides culturally relevant programming and services, encourages collaboration among tribal and non-tribal cultural institutions, and articulates contemporary issues related to developing and sustaining the cultural sovereignty of Native Nations."

Mission Goals

• Raise public awareness of the contributions and needs of indigenous cultural institutions through its international network of partners, both indigenous and non-indigenous;
• Provide culturally responsive services and programs through regional and national training events, web resources, and individual consultations;
• Partner with national organizations that provide training and services related to archives, libraries, and museums to incorporate indigenous perspectives into programs and services; and
• Serve as an advocate for indigenous cultural institutions with tribal leaders, funders, and government officials.

Resources

• Sustaining Indigenous Cultures Report: The Structure, Activities, & Needs of Tribal Archives, Libraries, & Museums (2012)
• GAO Smithsonian Repatriation Report (2011)
• Keepers of the Treasure- Protecting Historic Properties and Cultural Traditions on Indian Lands (1990)
• Leadership Development in the Native Arts and Culture Sector (2008)
• Pathways to Excellence- A Report on Improving Library and Information Services for Native American Peoples (1992)
• Protocols for Native American Archival Materials (2007)
• Tribal Museums in America
• White House Tribal Nations Report (2010)
• United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (2007)

2014 Conferences

• International Conference of Indigenous Archives, Libraries, & Museums 
• June 9-15
• 'inspire work in recognizing the importance of Native voices in "postcolonial" America and provide information and knowledge useful in your own communities and institutions.'
• Program
• Greater Than the Sum of Our Parts AASLH/ATALM Annual Meeting
• September 17-20
• "will feature ATALM-sponsored programs that are intended to build bridges between tribal and non-tribal organizations. "
• Intends to Address:
• Successful collaborations between tribal and non-tribal organizations
• Lessons learned from disappointing partnerships
• Keys to building strategic networks among others in your communities
• Indigenous ways of knowing that will help non-tribal organizations deal authentically with collections and interpretation