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The °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±app () is now accepting applications for the 2024 class of Emerging Leaders (EL). Details regarding the program criteria can be found on the . The deadline to apply is Friday, September 9, 2023. .

The EL program is a leadership development program which enables newer library workers from across the country and Canada to participate in problem-solving work groups, network with peers, gain an inside look into structure, and have an opportunity to serve the profession in a leadership capacity. It puts participants on the fast track to committee volunteerism as well as other professional library-related organizations.

An division, round table, librarian association of color affiliate, state chapter or school library media association affiliate will sponsor approximately 70% of the selected applicants. Each sponsor will contribute a minimum of $1,000 ($500 for each conference) toward the expenses of attending the and the Annual Conference (in San Diego, CA, June 27 - July 2, 2024). Sponsorship is not required for participation in the program. A list of sponsoring units is included as part of the online application.

Before applying, please read the program information on the .

For questions contact the EL program manager at emergingleaders@ala.org.

The Emerging Leaders program is managed by the (HRDR).

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