ALISS (Association of Librarians and Information Professionals in the Social Sciences) is a not-for-profit unincorporated professional society. It is an independent group which was formed in April 2005 by the former committee of ASSIGN (Aslib Social Science Information Group and Network).
Membership is open to:
- Libraries/ information units in all sectors (government, commercial, voluntary sector, academic sector) associated with the social sciences.
- Information workers/ librarians at all stages of their careers.
Recent Activities
ALISS showcase: AI and our profession – works in progress 2026- 9th July
slides being added
Women’s History month show case 19th March –
ALISS Disability history month 2025 slides
latest issue of Aliss Quarterly published-
Aliss Quarterly Prize winners
ALISS Quarterly best article of the year award. awarded for the most informative, entertaining and inspiring article.
First Prize:
vol 20.4 We Care: Actions Speak Louder than Words at Swansea University Libraries Andrea Price and Bethan Williams, Swansea University
Second Prize: 25
vol20.4 Implementing a Student Library Wellbeing Programme Kirstie Preest, Freelance Library and Information Professional: Consultant and Trainer
You can view slides from our previous events online
Forthcoming events
Disability Forum 1st September 2026
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