LibGuides: English Language and Literature: Associations, Foundations and Societies

American Comparative Literature Association
The principal learned society in the United States for scholars whose work involves several literatures and cultures as well as the premises of cross-cultural literary study itself.
American Literature Association
A coalition of societies devoted to the study of American authors
American Society of Journalists and Authors
The professional association of independent nonfiction writers since 1948.
Association of Writers and Writing Programs
Our mission is to foster literary achievement, advance the art of writing as essential to a good education, and serve the makers, teachers, students, and readers of contemporary writing.
Children's Literature Association
A non-profit association dedicated to the academic study of literature for children.
Poetry Foundation
It is an independent literary organization committed to a vigorous presence for poetry in our culture.
Society for Technical Communication
STC advances the theory and practice of technical communication across all user abilities and media so that both businesses and customers benefit from safe, appropriate, and effective use of products, information, and services.
Southern Comparative Literature Association
The aim is to support and strengthen Comparative Literature studies.
Southeastern Theatre Conference
The largest and most active regional theatre organization in the United States. SETC offers extensive resources and year round opportunities for their constituents.