Fwd: Call for Proposals - RILA 2026 Conference

[Rhode Island State Representative]

Please consider submitting a proposal for the Rhode Island Library Association Annual Conference happening May 20-21 at the University of Rhode Island!

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Kimberly Usselman (she/hers)

Rhode Island State Representative to the NELA Executive Board
Library Director, Middletown Public Library

Email: r...@nelib.org ~ Website: nelib.org
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RILA 2026 Annual Conference - Call For Proposals

The Conference Committee strives to create a vibrant conference that will leave attendees invigorated and inspired. Our 2026 theme is Libraries at the Heart of America’s Story. We are seeking proposals that explore our theme in different ways, including libraries as community hubs; equitable, diverse, inclusive, and anti-racist communities; community partnerships and connections; and the many ways libraries are at the heart of their community. As always, your proposal does not need to conform to the theme to be considered for inclusion in the conference.

This conference will take place in person at the Center for Biotechnology and Life Sciences at the University of Rhode Island in Kingston, RI.The school library track will be Thursday, May 21, 2026.

The deadline for proposals is Friday, January 30,  2026. Questions? Please email prog...@rilibraries.org.

You will be notified in early March if your proposal has been accepted and if any changes are required. The committee may request that you adjust your content or format for acceptance.

SUBMIT YOUR PROPOSAL!