Scholarships to Attend NRC VIII

For Library Workers, International Members & MLIS students

Application Deadline: Sunday, May 11 at 11:59 p.m. PST

Purpose

The goal of the National REFORMA Conference VIII Scholarship is to:

  • Subsidize costs associated with attending NRC VIII for library workers (including librarians, archivists, and frontline staff), international library professionals, and MLIS students from all types of libraries or programs. This includes, but is not limited to, those who work in academic, public, school, and special libraries.

  • Provide recipients the opportunity to gain knowledge in providing library and information services to Latiné/x and Spanish-speaking communities.

  • Increase participation and engagement within REFORMA.

Who is Eligible?

  • Library workers in the U.S. or abroad—including librarians, archivists, and other staff—especially those experiencing financial hardship or currently furloughed or unemployed.

  • Students currently enrolled in or accepted into an ALA-accredited MLIS program.

  • All applicants must be active REFORMA members.

Selection Criteria

  • Applicants must submit an online application by the deadline, including a written statement (maximum 300 words) that addresses:

    • Their interest in library services to Latiné/x and Spanish-speaking communities

    • How attending the conference will benefit their academic or professional development

  • A current résumé or CV must be included.

  • Student applicants must also upload proof of enrollment or acceptance.

  • Recipients must commit to attending the full conference, September 18–21, 2025.

Scholarships will be awarded by the NRC VIII Scholarship Committee based on alignment with REFORMA’s mission and the potential impact of conference participation on your professional or academic path.

Awarded Scholarships

Up to 15 scholarships will be awarded, contingent upon available funds:

  • 5 for U.S.-based library workers

  • 5 for international library professionals

  • 5 for MLIS students

Each scholarship covers:

  • Full conference registration

  • Three (3) nights of lodging at the conference hotel

  • One (1) ticket to the Fiesta & Award Celebration on Saturday, September 20, 2025

(Total award value: approximately $1,500)

Have questions? Email us at NRCscholarship@reforma.org