2026 Library Social Work Conference
November 5-6, 2026 | Kansas City, MO
Advancing library social work together
Make Connections
Come together with other library social workers to network, share experiences, and build lasting professional connections
Improve Practice
Explore emerging best practices, tools, and strategies to support impactful library social work, whether working at the micro, mezzo, or macro level
Shape the Future
Engage in forward-thinking conversations to advance and sustain library social work in the years ahead
Register for the Upcoming Conference
2026 Library Social Work Conference
Join us for the 2nd Annual Gathering of Library Social Workers, November 5-6 in Kansas City, MO, and be part of an energizing experience designed to spark connection and innovation. Connect with peers from other libraries, exchange ideas, and grow your professional network while gaining practical strategies you can bring back to your own library. You’ll leave inspired, recharged, and ready to keep shaping the future of library social work!
Early bird registration is open until July 15th with a reduced registration rate of $65. The registration rate increases to $100 on July 16th. Final registrations are due by September 30th.
*Please note that registration is only open to current library social workers (or people employed in similar positions providing social services in a library context)