CLIR is an independent, nonprofit organization that forges strategies to enhance research, teaching, and learning environments in collaboration with libraries, cultural institutions, and communities of higher learning.

CLIR promotes forward-looking collaborative solutions that transcend disciplinary, institutional, professional, and geographic boundaries in support of the public good.

In pursuing its mission, CLIR is committed to:

• Building trust
• Retaining independence
• Fostering collaboration
• Cultivating effective leadership
• Capitalizing on strategic opportunities

The organization advances its mission through project initiatives and partnerships, publications, the DLF program, and award and fellowship opportunities.

CLIR publishes newsletters, reports, and other occasional items. Reports are published throughout the year on topics relating to digital libraries, economics of information, long-term access to information, and the future of the library and its leadership.