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CHICAGO – opened today for the , taking place January 24-27, 2025 in Phoenix, AZ. The Preliminary LibLearnX Program was launched with agenda details.

LibLearnX is a four-day learning conference that invites 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) members and non-members to participate in collaborative and engaging education, networking, and celebrations.

Designed as an active learning experience, LibLearnX offers a diverse selection of education programs, created by library professionals for library professionals, and are available in . The includes the , , and , with more agenda items to be added.

biographies and book details can be found on the conference website.

The will host exhibitors offering the newest titles, leading technologies, and core services for libraries. Ideas Xchange sessions will offer creative and collaborative activation zones where attendees will share creative projects and enjoy peer-to-peer conversations.

LibLearnX attendees will celebrate their fellow librarians, books, and authors at the award celebrations, including the I Love My Librarian Awards, the 91´«Ã½ Youth Media Awards, and the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Sunrise Celebration. The Book and Media Awards and Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction will be streamed virtually.

LibLearnX will once again host participants at the 91´«Ã½ Governance Institute (AGI). The Institute offers the leadership and professional development skills needed for impactful leadership and effective decision-making. The session will take place on Friday, January 24, 1:00pm-5:00pm MST, and is open to the first 180 LibLearnX registrants who sign up. There is no separate registration for the AGI session, sign-up is completed at LibLearnX registration.

The community initiative will return and includes a partnership with two volunteer opportunities at the Burton Barr Central Library, a branch of the Phoenix Public Library.

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Media interested in registering for the session may contact the 91´«Ã½ Communications and Marketing Office at cmomedia@ala.org.

About the 91´«Ã½

The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) is the foremost national organization providing resources to inspire library and information professionals to transform their communities through essential programs and services. For more than 140 years, the 91´«Ã½ has been the trusted voice for academic, public, school, government and special libraries, advocating for the profession and the library’s role in enhancing learning and ensuring access to information for all. For more information, visit .