Mission

The purpose of OHSLA shall be to :

1. Promote, develop and improve health sciences library services in the State of Ohio;
2. Encourage sharing and cooperation among all types of libraries in the State of Ohio;
3. Strengthen collaborative and network relationships with the State of Ohio, the region and the nation; 
4. Provide a forum for the exchange of ideas among individuals who provide health information;
5. Provide opportunities for continuing education and professional development;
6. Provide a forum for the discussion of common problems and matters of mutual concern;
7. Develop position(s) on issues affecting Ohio health sciences libraries; and
8. Provide representation to the NNLM Region 6, National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NN/LM).

Current Bylaws of OHSLA

Bylaws of the Ohio Health Sciences Library Association  - revised June 2026