A powerful story has the potential to connect us to our own experiences, pull a community together, and engage new audiences with our work. In this master-class storytelling workshop, sponsored by the Committee on Public Awareness (COPA) and led by Micaela Blei, a two-time Moth GrandSLAM winner with a PhD in narrative education, you’ll learn:

The American Archivist Editorial Board invites proposal submissions for a special section in American Archivist, illuminating the wide-ranging spectrum of user experience topics and initiatives in the archives field today.

#AskAnArchivist Day takes place this year on October 16, and SAA wants your help to celebrate archives across the country.

September 5, 2024—The Society of American Archivists has received a $150,000 grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Grant program to establish a prioritized research agenda for the archival profession.

September 3, 2024—SAA's elected leaders make critical contributions to shaping the Society. Are you interested in learning how to make a difference and hearing more about the current open positions in SAA? Join the Nominating Committee for a panel discussion with past candidates about what each of the positions entails and the opportunity to ask questions about running for the upcoming 2025 election.

Whether you're in person in Chicago or joining SAA virtually, there are some "inspirational" deals in the online conference bookstore! Save on books on archival fundamentals, thought leadership, and how-to manuals, and get professional development delivered right to your door!

Offer ends August 30 or while supplies last!

SAA is beginning to look at locations for its Annual Meeting for 2026 and beyond, and we want YOUR feedback! Please take 2 minutes to fill out this survey sharing your preferences for future locations. Your choices will help us evaluate future meeting locations. The survey closes August 6.