About
ALN

ALN is a consortium of 33 higher education libraries in the north of England.

Through collaborative activities & mutual support, we provide opportunities for our members in the exchange of knowledge & experience.

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#ALN26 Call for Papers is now open!

#ALN26
Reimagining Openness in Academic Libraries

Online via Teams on Wednesday 24th June 2026 and in-person Manchester Metropolitan University on Monday 6th July

We can’t wait to read your submissions.

Staff
Development

2025/2026 Programme

• EDInspiration – Be inspired by ALN EDI Innovation Fund Projects
  5 March 2026, 2.00 – 3.30
• Introduction to critical appraisal
  10 March 2026, 10.00 – 12.30 (in-person)
• ALN EDI Ideas Bazaar
  17 March 2026, 11.00 – 12.00
• Exploring personal and team resilience 
  19 March 2026, 10.00 – 12.30

For details of more of our events, click here