To kick off the Lunar New Year and The Year of the Fire Horse, the Call for Proposals for the 2026 CLA conference is now open!

 

Library Evolution: Tech Driven, Values Led invites proposals that explore how libraries are evolving in response to rapid technological change while remaining grounded in core professional values.

We welcome programs that address:
• The responsible and ethical use of emerging technologies, including AI
• Intellectual freedom, equity, access, privacy, and inclusion in a changing landscape
• Teaching, learning, and scholarship in evolving information environments
• Community-centered services, partnerships, and outreach
• Practical programming that meets the needs of children, teens, and adults
• Leadership, operations, and advocacy in times of transformation