ARL stands for the Association of Research Libraries.
The Association of Research Libraries (ARL) is a non-profit organization composed of research libraries and archives across major public and private universities, governmental agencies, and prominent public institutions in both Canada and the United States. ARL focuses on shaping research libraries and archives and advancing research, learning, and scholarly communication. It influences public policies, convenes communities, and catalyzes the adoption of new research library roles. You can find more information about ARL on their website: Association of Research Libraries.
