The call for proposals for the next International Open Repositories Conference (OR2026) has been released, and CNI is pleased to once again serve as a cooperating organization.

Please see below for the official call for proposals. You can visit the website at: https://or2026.openrepositories.org/

-Paige, CNI Communications Manager

————————— Please visit the Call for Proposals page to learn more about the sub-themes and submission categories of the conference, including a full list of submission templates and key dates.

The theme for the conference is: Open to All? Repositories at the Intersection of People, Practice, and Emerging Technologies

We particularly welcome proposals aligned to the overall theme, but also on other administrative, organizational, or practical topics related to digital repositories.

Submission categories include workshops, panels, roundtable discussions, presentations, and pre-recorded lightning talks.

The deadline for submissions is January 11, 2026.

We look forward to the vibrant conversations and learning opportunities of the conference!