[Libs-Or] Message from OLA/PNLA Conference Committee

[Meghan Thompson]

Please send out the following email from the OLA/PNLA Annual Conference
Committee.

Thank you,
Meghan Thompson
2026 OLA/PNLA Annual Conference
Communications Subcommittee

We’re happy to announce that submissions for the 2026 joint Oregon Library
Association (OLA) / Pacific Northwest Library Association (PNLA) Conference
sessions are now open!

2026 Conference session proposal form
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeSBt_ue_csmvIvft_xMoLSTtJJ9N7U5tZ_dwQR5cXkJwmrAA/viewform?usp=header>

The deadline for program session submissions is Monday, October 20.

This year’s theme is “Get Loud for Libraries,” a galvanizing call to action
to unify libraries for mutual support and deep collaboration.

Proposals from all library types are encouraged.

Great sessions inform, inspire, and empower. Great proposals identify the
target audience and expected takeaways. We will prioritize providing a wide
variety of learning opportunities, including sessions that model a
flipped-classroom approach, offer opportunities for sharing experiences,
and encourage participants to tell their stories. Note there will be no
pre-conference sessions.

Consider the following categories when submitting your proposal:

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   Digital Innovation and Emerging Technologies in Libraries
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   Building Inclusive and Diverse Communities
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   Collaborative Strategies for Lifelong Learning
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   Strengthening Library Partnerships: Local to Global
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   Sustainability, Advocacy, and the Future of Libraries
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   Mutual Aid for Libraries and Library Communities
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   Legislative and Social Activism and Advocacy
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   Have an out-of-the-box idea? Let us know!

Sessions will be reviewed by a committee using an EDIA (Equity, Diversity,
Inclusion, and Anti-Racism) lens. Presenters who submit similar proposals
may be asked to combine sessions. Session reviewers may reach out for
clarifications or requests regarding proposals.

Lead presenters will be notified of their session’s status by January 6.

Tips for a great program proposal.
<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EWJbAeFtlDyqruhgcyLm7VMXrlk-AQKX/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=113647703222968405507&rtpof=true&sd=true>

The 2026 OLA/PNLA Conference will be held in Portland from Wednesday, April
22 through Friday, April 24.
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