AJL Digital Conference 2027
Now accepting proposals!
The Association of Jewish Libraries is now soliciting proposals for the 2027 Digital Conference, to be held online June 21–24, 2027. For more information and to submit your proposal, visit the Call for Proposals page.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Who is the Association of Jewish Libraries? | The Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) is the leading authority on Judaic librarianship. We are an international, professional organization that fosters access to information and research in all forms of media relating to all things Jewish. Our members include librarians, scholars, educators, archivists, authors, and library advocates working in academic and research institutions, archives, synagogues, day schools, and Jewish community centers as well as public libraries serving Jewish communities. |
| What is the AJL Digital Conference? | Each year AJL members gather to learn from each other, network, and socialize, alternating between in-person and digital conferences. The 2027 AJL conference will be held online, Monday, June 21–Thursday, June 24, 2027. The 2027 conference will include a special keynote address and the annual Feinstein Lecture; membership and division meetings; presentations of the Sydney Taylor Book Awards, the AJL Jewish Fiction Award, the AJL Judaica Reference Award, and the Judaica Bibliography Award; updates from the Library of Congress and the National Library of Israel; and break-out and panel presentations on all aspects of librarianship and on topics related to Jews, Judaism, the Jewish experience, or Israel. As our schedule develops, we’ll be adding updates and information. Keep checking back for more information. The 2028 conference will be in Montreal, Canada. |
| When is the AJL 2027 Conference? | The 2027 conference will be held Monday, June 21–Thursday, June 24.
All sessions will be recorded and will be accessible to conference registrants for up to a year. So if you have to miss a session, you will be able to watch it at your convenience. |
| Who attends the AJL Conference? | Everyone is welcome! Whether you are a librarian, scholar, educator, archivist, author, student, library advocate, or volunteer—or you are interested in learning more about the field of Judaic librarianship—there will be something for you. Encourage your colleagues and friends to experience the AJL Conference with you! |
| How much does the AJL Conference cost? | Conference fee information will be available shortly. Please check back! |
| How do I register for the conference? | Registration information will be available shortly. Please check back! |
| Is conference support available? | Yes, conference support is available to current members of AJL and library students. Information about conference support will be available shortly. Please check back! |
| Will there be a conference app? | Yes! About one month before the conference, registrants will receive a link to download the Sched app, which will contain the entire conference schedule, session descriptions, presenter bios, information about our sponsors, and easy ways to connect with other attendees. You will also be able to instantly create your own personal agenda and download session handouts. You can access the Sched app on your laptop, desktop, iPad, and/or mobile device, and it will be available for up to a year after the conference. This is the same conference app we have used since 2024. |
| I have unique needs. How can I inform you of them? | Please let us know while registering. We are committed to providing a positive and meaningful experience for everyone, so please help us help you. |
| Are conference sponsorships available? | Yes! Sponsor a session or the entire conference, or discover other ways to get your company’s name and product in front of AJL members. Contact vpdevelopment@jewishlibraries.org for more information. |
| How do I submit a conference proposal? | Please visit our Call for Proposals page for more information and to submit your proposal. The deadline to submit proposals is January 31, 2027. |
| What if I have more questions? | We’d be happy to answer them! Please get in touch by emailing conference@jewishlibraries.org. Other contact information: AJL Conference Registrar Marcie Eskin (conferenceregistrar@jewishlibraries.org) for registration questions AJL Treasurer Anjelica Ruiz (ajltreasurer@gmail.com) for payment questions AJL Membership V.P. Rebecca Levitan (ajlmembership@gmail.com) for membership questions |
Conference Updates
Conference Update #1: Call for Proposals