Welcome to NAMLE’s FAQ page about the organization and getting involved. Here, you’ll find answers to common questions about NAMLE’s mission, initiatives, and how you can contribute to advancing media literacy education. Whether you’re curious about our organization’s history, interested in becoming a member, or seeking opportunities for collaboration, this page serves as a gateway to understanding NAMLE’s work and how you can play a role in shaping the future of media literacy education. Click on a question to view the answer. If you want to learn more, check out our FAQ about media literacy education, or FAQ for teachers and parents.
Getting involved with NAMLE is a fantastic way to contribute to the advancement of media literacy education. We welcome individuals, researchers, organizations, and international organizations to join us in our mission. Learn more about how to get involved here.
Joining NAMLE’s community offers numerous benefits that support your engagement and growth within the media literacy community. Membership gives you access to the latest updates on media literacy research, resources, events, opportunities, jobs, advocacy efforts, book giveaways, and more. By joining NAMLE, you become part of a vibrant community dedicated to advancing media literacy education and promoting critical thinking skills in today’s digital age.
If you’re interested in contributing content or resources to NAMLE’s website or publications, we welcome your submissions. Please feel free to reach out to us with your proposed content or resources. However, please note that submission does not guarantee dissemination of content or resources, as all submissions are subject to review and editorial consideration. We appreciate your interest in supporting NAMLE’s mission and look forward to potentially collaborating with you.
Throughout the year, NAMLE hosts a variety of events aimed at advancing media literacy education. These include:
- Membership Meetings, which are open to the public, feature changing agendas, and are free to all NAMLE members.
- Critical Conversations that are panel discussions or plenary talks on hot-button issues for the media literacy community.
- Brown Bags to serve as a more consistent touchpoint for the community and a way to elevate voices within the NAMLE community. These might take the form of book talks, research talks, or resource showcases.
- United States’ Media Literacy Week, which raises awareness about the importance of media literacy education.
- NAMLE Summits to bring together educators, youth, researchers, industry leaders, and advocates to explore the evolving intersections of media, technology, and society.
Throughout the year, NAMLE maintains an Events page, where community members and organizations can submit events related to media literacy education for wider dissemination and engagement.
While we greatly appreciate your interest in starting a media literacy program or organization, it’s important to note that NAMLE does not currently have the capacity to provide direct guidance or support for individual initiatives. We appreciate your understanding and wish you the best of luck with your endeavors in advancing media literacy education.