Organizer: IITH-KRC 

About the Symposium

• When: March 6-7, 2026
• Venue: IIT Hyderabad, India

AIDL-2026 will provide a platform to discuss the above themes along with related issues and challenges, and probable solutions to overcome risks associated with the future of different types of libraries to make it inclusive for all communities. The event will connect library professionals, academic-industry partners, and allied professionals worldwide.

Highlight of the event:

This event is supported by invited talks, panel discussion and demonstration, case studies on the above main themes. Also Interactive Sessions, Networking with Domain Experts, Sharing of Best Practices and Case Studies, Product Demonstrations, Platform demonstrations and Much more opportunities

• Panel Discussions: Panel discussion with the domain experts
• Product Talks & Showcases: Explore real-world inclusive products and solutions. Learn from Academic experts and industry leaders who have designed, built, and delivered accessible experiences for people with disabilities.
• Speakers & Guests: The symposium will feature eminent speakers, experts, and dignitaries from the fields of special education, accessibility, and assistive technology. Profiles of notable contributors will be shared closer to the event date.

This event is supported by invited talks, panel discussion and demonstration, case studies on the above main themes. This forum will also provide a platform to discuss the above themes along with related issues and challenges and probable solutions to overcome risks associated with the future of different types of libraries. The event will connect library professionals, academic-industry partners, and allied professionals across the world.

Speakers & Guests

The symposium will feature eminent speakers, experts, and dignitaries from the fields of special education, accessibility, and assistive technology. Profiles of notable contributors will be shared closer to the event date.

Objectives of AIDL-2026

• To create awareness about accessible and inclusive digital library practices
• To highlight emerging assistive tools and technologies
• To encourage collaboration between libraries, academic institutions and other institutions
• Network with accessibility experts, technology and domain experts
• To identify challenges and propose actionable recommendations for inclusive library services
• Sharing of Best Practices and Case Studies in this domain