ILA 2025 Annual Conference!
October 14-16, 2025
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont
You Belong Here
In 2025, we will celebrate inclusivity and belonging for patrons and library workers alike with the ILA Conference theme: You Belong Here.
Belonging happens when you are not just included - but when you are valued. When a person feels that they belong, they feel loved, seen, prioritized, celebrated, placed at the center, made space for. We will explore how libraries foster belonging within our spaces; how libraries build strong relationships with diverse communities and address their unique needs; how we as library workers hold space for each other within our profession; and examine how belonging fits in with diversity, inclusion, equity, and accessibility efforts within libraries.
General Registration Opens on Monday, July 21, 2025.
Program Schedule at a Glance
Complete Schedule
Accessibility
ILA wants to make your conference experience pleasant and accessible.
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Leader animals are welcome throughout the conference.
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Complimentary ASL interpreters are available by request.*
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Complimentary mobility scooters are available by request.*
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A Mothers Room will be available in the convention center.
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A quiet room will be available for attendees who need a break from conference activity.
*Requests for mobility scooters and ASL interpreters must be received by September 10. Complete this form to make an accessibility request. ILA staff will confirm your request with you prior to the event.
Thank you for the wonderful support of our 2025 sponsors.
Would you like to increase your visibility to thousands of library professionals and show your support for their important work? Contact Kristin Pekoll, kpekoll@ila.org to join this notable group of sponsors.
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