The Enoch Pratt Free Library and State Library Resource Center’s (SLRC) Spring Conference is an annual conference for library workers throughout Maryland. In cooperation with the Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled (MD LBPD) and the Maryland State Library Agency’s (MSLA) Inclusion & Accessibility, Community of Practice, please join us for training sessions, activities, and camaraderie with guest speakers from in and out of Maryland libraries, and colleagues from throughout the state. This year the conference will focus on the theme of Disability, Inclusion, and Accessibility in Libraries (DIAL).

This year's conference will be held virtually via Zoom on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 9 am–5 pm and in-person at the State Library Resource Center on Wednesday, May 28 2025, 8 am–5 pm.

Some of the topics that may be covered include (but are not limited to):

• Inclusive library practices and programs
• Accessible learning resources
• Community partnerships in the area of disability awareness or support
• Community engagement strategies
• Assistive technology

Why should you attend the conference?

• Supplement the training that you have received within your county or region
• Meet speakers and colleagues who are just as passionate about DIAL topics of interest as you are
• Earn continuing education hours
• It is free, and you will get fed

As always, all SLRC conferences are free of charge for library workers. Please check back in April for full registration and schedule information.

For inquiries: email SLRC Programs & Training: slrcprogramsandtraining@prattlibrary.org.