The WLA Programming Committee is excited to review your program proposals for the next annual conference, to be held October 28-31, 2025, at the Madison Marriott West in Middleton, WI. This year’s conference theme is “Be the Change.” The WLA annual conference is an event where everyone can contribute valuable knowledge and connect with others in the library and information community.
We are now accepting proposals for presentations, panels, and workshops. Both WLA members and non-members are welcome to apply. Breakout sessions will run 60 minutes in length, with a maximum of four presenters and one moderator. Presenters may be part of up to two breakout sessions. Only proposals for in-person sessions will be considered.
Who is encouraged to send us a proposal?
- People from various departments in library types and organizations (academic, public, special, and school), including youth services, outreach, adult services, marketing, technical services, patron services, programming, etc.
- People across the organizational hierarchy: patron-facing staff, administration, directors, emerging and incumbent leaders, trustees, etc.
- People from all backgrounds, ethnicities, and identities, including those who identify as: BIPOC, neurodivergent, people with disabilities, or LGBTQ+.
Conference Proposal Workshop
Join WLA for an online proposal workshop on Wednesday, April 16 from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. and on Monday, May 5 from 11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. to learn more about the proposal process and get tips for crafting a successful submission. Mark your calendars and join the workshop using this link.
Join WLA for an online proposal workshop on Wednesday, April 16 from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. and on Monday, May 5 from 11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. to learn more about the proposal process and get tips for crafting a successful submission. Mark your calendars and join the workshop using this link.
Submission Deadline
Submit your proposal using the online form by 5 p.m. CST on Friday, May 9.
Contact program committee members Daphne Goldfinch and Michelle Dennis with questions. We look forward to receiving your proposals and seeing you in October!