The NIH Library recently added access to Associations Unlimited, the online counterpart of the well-established print directory, Encyclopedia of Associations.
To access Associations Unlimited, go to the NIH Library Databases webpage.
Associations Unlimited contains thousands of detailed listings. Use it to identify:
- professional practice guidelines
- conferences and meetings
- titles of association publications
- professional accreditation information
- networking and marketing opportunities
- developments and trends in related associations
- association websites.
The entry for each association lists contact information, a description (founding date, number of members, number of staff, membership dues, and budget), titles of publications and awards, and a summary of meetings.
Search options include association name, acronym, location, meeting type, publication title and type, awards, subject, and word. Search results may be:
- saved in a Keeper List.
- viewed in mailing label format.
- printed, saved, and emailed.
Coverage is for U.S. national organizations. The NIH Library maintains a print subscription for Encyclopedia of Associations. International Organizations (AS8.E565).
For additional information, contact Reference & Information Services at 301-496-1080 or email nihlibrary@nih.gov.