Save the Date: 46th IATUL Conference
The International Association of University Libraries (IATUL) Conference is coming to Africa — and we’re proud to announce that the University of Johannesburg (UJ), South Africa, will be the host of the IATUL 2026 Conference!
The IATUL 46th Annual Conference will take place from 22nd - 26th November 2026.
Join global thought leaders, library professionals, academics, and innovators at this landmark event that celebrates knowledge, collaboration, and transformation in the world of academic librarianship and information services.
The Call for Papers is now open!
We invite submissions from across the globe on a wide range of topics in academic librarianship, innovation, digital scholarship, open science, and more.
Don’t miss your chance to contribute to the dialogue and shape the future of academic libraries — right here in the heart of Africa!
Days before the start of the Annual Conference in Johannesburg
Keydates
| Submission Portal Opens | 10 November 2025 |
| Registration Portal Opens | 01 February 2026 |
| Submission Portal Closes | 30 May 2026 |
| Author Notification | 08 June 2026 |
| Early Bird Registration and Presenter Registration Deadline | 01 June 2026 |
| Registration closes | 16 October 2026 |
| Conference Dates | 22 - 26 November 2026 |
