2026–2027 Library Trustee & School Administrator Resources

The Indiana Library Federation (ILF) offers training and resources for trustees and administrators, supported by the Herbert Simon Family Foundation.

Learn more via the grant press release.

2026 & 2027 In-Person Trainings

Registration opened Monday, June 1st.

These one-day advocacy trainings will be delivered by Hedges and ILF’s Advocacy Committee.

• September 19, 2026 – Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library
• September 27, 2026 – St. Joe County Public Library
• November 9, 2026 – Indianapolis during Annual Conference
• November 15, 2027 – Indianapolis during Annual Conference

View Training + Registration Details

Questions? Contact Marissa Beck.

Short Takes for Trustees (United for Libraries)

ILF has partnered with United for Libraries to provide Short Takes for Trustees, a series of quick training videos for trustees and administrators.

To access, visit the ALA page: State Access Portal and expand “Indiana.”

You can also browse the training catalog: View Training Catalog.

Registration Options

• Individual registration: Click here to register
• Phone or email: Call 800-545-2433 (ext. 2161) or email [email protected]
• Bulk registration via director or board chair request

Watch a previous training recording

On-Demand Virtual Webinars

ILF partners with United for Libraries and Hedges to provide additional virtual training.

2026 Offerings (United for Libraries)

• Fighting Censorship (3-part series)
• Striking a Balance (3-part series)
• Practical Policy Management

2027 Offerings (Hedges)

Details coming soon.