2027 PLA Leadership Academy
Fees & Aid
Program Fee of $6,000 Includes:
- Accommodation*
4 nights at the program hotel
Check in: Monday, March 15
Check out: Friday, March 19
The Warwick Allerton Chicago, 701 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 - Meals**
Breakfast daily: Tuesday, March 16 – Friday, March 19
Lunch daily: Monday, March 15 – Friday, March 19
Dinners: Two dinners provided (dinner will be on your own two nights) - Materials
Clifton StrengthsFinder leadership assessment
Additional Program materials - Excursions
Two off-site evening events
Program Fee Does Not Include:
- Air or ground transportation to and from Chicago
- Taxi or ride service to and from airports or train stations
- Parking
- Gratuities for housekeeping
* Limited hotel rooms are available for Sunday, March 14. Rooms will be allocated based on travel distance and need.
** Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and/or allergy needs can be accommodated.
Scholarships
A limited number of scholarships are available for the 2027 Leadership Academy. Each scholarship covers the $6,000 registration fee plus a $1,500 travel stipend.
To be eligible, an applicant should fall into one of the following categories:
- Membership in one of the five ALA National Associations of Librarians of Color (NALCo)
- Represent a small/rural public library
- Represent a library with a budget under $400,000
Scholarship Questions
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How will OTHER attendees benefit from YOUR participation at the Leadership Academy?
Consider how your life, professional experiences, and perspectives can enhance the networking and peer sharing opportunities at the event. A brief personal statement is welcome here.
- How will you share what you learn and discover at the PLA Leadership Academy with others in your network?
How to Apply
The scholarship application has been incorporated into the program application.
Notification
Those selected for a scholarship will be notified by email, alongside their application decision.
