COLLABORATE WITH US TO CRAFT AN IMPACTFUL CONFERENCE EXPERIENCE!
Do you have innovative programs, research, or success stories to share with your peers? We invite you to submit a proposal to present a BREAKOUT SESSION OR PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP at FLA 2026 ANNUAL CONFERENCE, MAY 13-15, 2026, a premier gathering of professionals committed to shaping the future of librarianship in Florida.
This year’s conference theme, 'Tell Your Story', explores how libraries are using marketing, advocacy, and grassroots initiatives to share their message. Conference Breakout sessions should provide practical insights, spark meaningful conversations, and equip attendees with tools to take back to their libraries.
We encourage submissions from diverse voices and perspectives. Whether you're a seasoned presenter or a first-time speaker, your insights can help make this event impactful for all.
Other Important Details:
Most sessions will be 60 minutes and must begin and END on time.
Approved presenters MUST register. FLA does not pay any honoraria or speaker travel fees. Speakers that are just speaking at their session and not attending any other conference function, may register complimentary. Speakers that plan to attend other conference functions must pay a registration fee.
Approved presenters must send a draft of their PPT to the planning committee for review one month prior to the event.
Approved presenters must present IN-PERSON. Hybrid technology will not be available.
Topics of interest from the most recent evaluation survey included:
• Technology and AI Topics • Safety & Security • Legal Challenges and Library Laws • Programming for Teens • Advocacy • Director-level training on budgets and other subjects • Management of office politics, staff shortage, and budget cuts • Solutions Sessions (this was the problem, this is the solution found) • Workshops (cataloging, circulation, MARC) • Themed table discussions, just a simple sign designating a topic for people to talk about at the table while they eat • Navigating difficult patrons or situations • Special Librarians Sessions (rare collections, museums, academics)
TIMELINE:
CFP OPEN: August 4 - September 10, 2025
NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OR DECLINATION: Notifications released in mid-October- early November.
SUBMIT YOUR PROPOSAL HERE: https://forms.gle/VTEZWZoUuVZ1oThh9
REVIEW THE RUBRIC: FLACPCBreakoutsRubric_2025-2026.docx - Google Docs
For questions, contact us at the FLA office at 850-270-2905 or admin@flalib.org.
