Your Ideas Belong at MLA ’27: Submit a Proposal for a Paper or Immersion Session

Submitted by: Shannon Jones, AHIP, FMLA

Join us in Denver for MLA ’27: Elevating Impact, where health information professionals from across the profession will gather to learn, connect, and shape the future of health sciences librarianship.

With more than 200 educational sessions and countless opportunities to network, collaborate, and exchange ideas, MLA ’27 is the perfect place to showcase your work and contribute to meaningful conversations that advance our field.

Whether you are a seasoned presenter or considering your first conference proposal, we encourage you to share your knowledge, innovations, research, and experiences with the MLA community.

Why Present at MLA ’27?

Presenting at MLA offers an opportunity to:

• Highlight your work and accomplishments with colleagues from across the profession
• Contribute to discussions on emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities
• Inspire new ideas and practical solutions that attendees can apply in their own organizations
• Expand your professional network and build lasting connections
• Increase your visibility as a leader, researcher, or educator

Submit Your Proposal

Proposals are now being accepted for:

• Contributed Papers
• Immersion Sessions

The submission deadline is October 29, 2026.

Getting started is easy. Simply create your submission using your name and email address. Your progress will be saved automatically, allowing you to return and complete your proposal at any time before the deadline.

Learn more about submission requirements and begin your proposal today.

Presenter Registration Discount

Presenters may be eligible for a $75 registration discount.

Discount eligibility includes:

• Up to four presenters per Immersion Session
• Up to two presenters per Paper, Lightning Talk, or Poster

Please note that this discount cannot be combined with other registration discounts, including student registration rates or one-day in-person registration. 

Important Deadline

All proposals for contributed papers and immersion sessions must be submitted by: October 29, 2026, 10:59 p.m., central time / 11:59 p.m., eastern time / 8:59 p.m., pacific time

Questions?

The MLA Contributed Content Workgroup (CCWG) is here to help. If you have questions about the proposal process, submission requirements, or presentation formats, please reach out.

Take the stage at MLA ’27 and help elevate the impact of our profession. We look forward to seeing your ideas in Denver!