Conference Proposals

NJLA/NJASL 2026 Conference Proposals
Program submissions for our joint NJLA/NJASL 2026 Conference, "A New Chapter: Imagine the Possibilities," are open! Proposals will be accepted until December 7. No extensions. Please reach out to the Conference chairs at conference@njla.org with any questions.

The 2026 Conference will take place from Tuesday, February 17 - Thursday, February 19 at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Atlantic City.
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Age tracks for school librarians:

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Academic LibrariesAdult ServicesAdvocacy and Funding"Imagine the Possibilities"Career Development/ Networking/ MentorshipCollection Development and Technical ServicesCommunity Engagement/ OutreachCustomer ServiceEquity, Diversity, and InclusionLeadership and Management/ AdministrationMarketing and PRTechnology and MakingWellness and Self CareYouth ServicesSchool LibrariesVirtual Services
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Presenter Fees and Expenses
NJLA does not pay honoraria to NJ Library Staff. Requests must be determined prior to program acceptance, but should not be confirmed without approval from the Conference Committee. Agreements or contracts for materials or services must be shared with the Conference Committee and the NJLA office upon program approval. Please review the NJLA Reimbursement Policy at the bottom of the Speaker FAQs page.
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NJLA/NJASL 2026 Conference Proposals

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