FAQs

 

LibLearnX: The Library Learning Experience (LLX) is a collaborative and informal professional development experience designed to motivate, inspire, and engage in discussions that will shape the future of libraries and communities. Attendees will also be able to build networks through the planned networking activities and celebrate their peers and colleagues at award celebrations.

 

LibLearnX will be hosted, January 24-27, 2025 at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, AZ.

No. You do not need to be an ALA Member to attend. LibLearnX welcomes library professionals from all library types and at all career levels.

Yes!

  • For those who would like to join us as a group, a Register 4 and Get 1 Complimentary Registration discount is available. Learn more on our Registration page.
     
  • For LIS School students and faculty, you can Register 7 and Get 3 Complimentary Registrations. Learn more on our Registration page.

Yes! LibLearnX offers content intended for library professionals around the world.

Services for Deaf, DeafBlind, Hard of Hearing, Visually Impaired, and Mobility Accessibility are offered at the Accessibility Desk in the Phoenix Convention Center West Lobby. If you need to access the registration system with assistive technology and have trouble, please call CompuSystems at 866-513-0760 or email [email protected]. To book your housing, please call onPeak at 800-584-9047, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CST. 

Yes, the Community of Care Quiet Room will be located in the Phoenix Convention Center on Saturday and Sunday in 104A.

Strollers and scooters are permitted in the LLX Marketplace if they are always in use. Wheeled carts, however, are not permitted at any time. If you have a medical condition requiring you to use a cart, a doctor's note must be provided at the onsite Accessibility Booth.

Yes. Learn how to download the ALA LibLearnX Mobile App.

The American Library Association is committed to providing a harassment-free environment for everyone, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, physical appearance, ethnicity, religion or other group identity. Please view the Community of Care at ALA Conferences/Statement of Appropriate Code of Conduct.

Because the event serves as an open forum, opinions expressed and/or materials distributed by program participants do not necessarily reflect or imply advocacy or endorsement by the American Library Association, its officers, or members. 

Yes. After LibLearnX concludes, you will receive your Certificate of Attendance via email. You can also check your registration confirmation after the conference.

Registration Hours:

  • Thursday, January 23: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Friday, January 24: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday, January 25: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
  • Sunday, January 26: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
  • Monday, January 27: 7:30 am – 12:00 pm

Registration is located in 106C.

Be sure to pick up a copy of the LibLearnX Navigator at Registration. Unlike a traditional program guide, this interactive keepsake includes challenges to deepen your learning, activities to unlock your creativity, and space to capture insights and ideas.

LLX Marketplace Hours:

  • Saturday, January 25: 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
  • Sunday, January 26: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
  • Monday, January 27: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm​​​​​​​

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If you don't see an answer to your question, feel free to email ALA Conference Services at [email protected].

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LibLearnX is a must-attend learning experience designed for library professionals from all library types and at all career levels.