The Difference is You Conference 2025
- Date: Friday, September 19, 2025, 9:00 AM to 3:45 PM, Eastern
- Location: Indiana State Library, 140 North Senate Avenue, Indianapolis, Indiana
- DIY Award nominations – open April 22 to May 16 (only 2 nominations may be submitted by one person)
- Registration open – June 2 to Aug 8
- Registration fee ($30) – due August 22
- Presentations & Schedule: To be announced (each presentation is worth 1 LEU / 5 LEUs maximum is possible)
Pro tips for attending conference:
- Make sure you dress in layers (some rooms are warm & others cooler)
- Bring these items if needed – a water bottle, notebook, tote bag
- Make sure to bring your parking voucher in with you so it can be validated at the registration desk
- Click here for a map to the parking areas
The Difference is You Support Staff Award nominations – NOW OPEN!
Do you have a support staff member who is an inspiration in their library and community? Someone who has gone above and beyond? Now is your chance to recognize them!
Click here for the nomination link. Nominations are due by May 16, 2025 and only 2 nominations can be submitted by one person. The winner will be announced at the conference on September 19.
P.S. Staff members may be nominated multiple years but past winners are exempt.
2024 DIY Award nominees – highlights from nomination letters
