IAML(UK & Irl) Outreach

Provide assistance to music libraries and archives in economically disadvantaged countries and, in particular circumstances, to individuals.

Assistance may be by:

Make available guidelines to those wishing to donate materials, e.g. link to information on the IAML website, or a printout available upon request.
If a specific request for help is received, supply details, tailored to that request, having checked the credentials of the applicant.
Collate information on carriage options.
Gather volunteers for packing materials for despatch.

Approaches for this may come from an institution or an individual. It is essential to check the credentials of those making the application.

Send details to potential delegates.
Make available a list of sources of bursaries, grants appropriate to the occasion.
For potential delegates to the ASW, the Executive Committee should be asked if it will be possible to waive the study fee

Q. Does the Outreach project committee have funds earmarked for financial assistance?
A. For those wishing to donate materials, support may be available from the IAML Outreach Fund. In the first instance, the Treasurer must be contacted. Guidelines are on the IAML website.
Q. How do people apply for financial assistance?
A. The method of application will vary according to circumstances. It is essential that people know whom to contact within the group, so any publicity must include relevant contact details.

Maintain regular contact with the IAML outreach committee (at least annually to provide a report on activities)
Promote the work of the group wherever possible, e.g. at ASW, talks to students, job fairs, professional meetings
Forward requests for donations or other assistance to IAML international outreach group if appropriate.