International

ALA welcomes library professionals from around the world to the premier library event of the year!

Moving forward with a global strategy.

Explore the possible futures for libraries, your work, and your spaces when you access 100s of peer-driven education sessions from library professionals in various topics and formats.
Hear from inspiring thought-leaders and celebrity speakers on the main stage.
Visit the library exhibits space with more than 550 expert exhibitors highlighting the latest products, titles, technology, and services. See more than 80 established and new authors on nine LIVE stages; attend special exhibitor sessions; get free ARCs; and more. Visit The Library Marketplace for additional details.
Be inspired by your colleagues and build your personal network, make new connections, and engage with the most committed and imaginative people in the field.

Here are a few sessions sponsored by the International Relations Round Table (IRRT):

Orientation — A special introduction to ALA, the conference, and the city of Washington, DC. ALA members will recommend programs and social activities to help you make the most of your conference experience.
Preconference — half-day program focusing on how U.S. libraries are managing some of the important issues that affect librarians around the world.
International Poster Sessions — The Annual Conference & Exhibition Poster Session committee invites everyone to share their best ideas and work with the library community by presenting a poster session. More information to come.

International Papers — ALA invites you to attend this year's International Projects and Paper Session.
International Reception — A special evening reception will be held in your honor so you can meet other international guests as well as colleagues from the U.S.
International Visitors Center (IVC) — A place where you can relax, review the conference program, or hold small meetings with new-found colleagues and friends. ALA volunteers will be on hand to answer questions and assist you. A computer with Internet access will also be provided.