The RLUK26 Virtual Conference, taking place from March 25 - 27, 2026 on the Pheedloop platform, will explore the theme 'Stewardship in challenging times: the role of libraries in supporting civic society'. In an era of social and geopolitical polarization, financial instability, and shifting cultural policies, the conference will examine how libraries can uphold values of academic freedom, inclusivity, and resilience while managing contested spaces and collections. Program highlights include sessions on AI and copyright legislative change, the future of Open Access for longform scholarship, adaptive leadership in libraries, strengthening resilience through collaboration, and shaping digital and cultural collections. Workshops will provide practical guidance on developing inclusive collections and designing for connection through human-centered change. By addressing critical issues such as Open Access, copyright, inclusivity, leadership, and digital preservation.
Event Date: March 25 - 27, 2026
Event Location: Online
Event Website: https://rlukconference.com/
