BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN TZID:Europe/London X-WR-TIMEZONE:Europe/London BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1041@m25lib.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T160000 DTSTAMP:20260514T143124Z URL:https://www.m25lib.org.uk/events/sla-conference-2026-managing-change-t g4-sla26/ SUMMARY:LISA Conference 2026 (previously the SLA Conference) – Change thr ough the lens of self-kindness [TG4/SLA26] DESCRIPTION: \;\nAnnual LISA Conference 2026 (previously called the SLA Conference) – Change through the lens of self-kindness\ncpd25 is please d to bring you our annual LISA Conference (Library and Information Supervi sors and Assistants) on 23rd June 2026\, designed for those who supervise staff\, services or both. This is a popular and well-loved event\, giving attendees the invaluable opportunity to meet and network in-person. This y ear will focus on managing change from the perspective of developing your own self compassion and resilience in trying times.\n\nThe event will be h eld in Central London at Mary Ward House\nThe conference will be in-person and will be a highly participative day with plenty of opportunities for n etworking – enabling attendees to share their experience and best practi ce. This event is open to all\, but would benefit in particular Senior Lib rary Assistants\, Information Services Supervisors\, Library Assistants\, Information Assistants or their equivalent.\nFree online tool to measure y our level of resilience:\n\nOver two decades\, the Resilience Institute  has evaluated the resilience of over 100\,000 professionals across the glo be with a peer-reviewed assessment tool. This tool can provide an insight into a person’s capabilities and potential vulnerabilities and offers pe rsonalised suggestions on how their resilience levels can be improved. The link to the assessment tool will be shared with attendees after the confe rence by certified practitioner\, Thierry Moschetti from the Resilience In stitute.\nProgramme:\n9.30am            Arrival and registration with tea/coffee\n\n10am               Welcome and intro\n\n10.10-11.30am      Keynote address and wo rkshop – ‘Kindness in times of change’\, Helen Rimmer (The Kind Brav e Leader):\n\nThis session will focus on the human side of change – part icularly how people experience uncertainty\, why behavioural and cultural shifts often lag behind structural changes\, and the practical role kindne ss (including self-kindness) plays in maintaining stability\, trust\, and resilience at work.\n\n11.45am-12.15pm   Library visits (LSHTM/Senate House)\n\n12.30pm           Lunch and networking\n\n1. 15pm                     ‘How do we respond to change?’ – Neil Johnstone\, (UAL):\n\nThis is a practical and participative session exploring typical responses to change\, sharing our experiences\, recognis ing what is happening and\, what can be done to encourage people to embrac e change.\n\n2.15pm          Tea break\n\n2.45pm          Lightning talks: attendees sharing experiences of how they have dealt with change at a strategic level or at a smaller level\n\ n3pm                   'Career development in uncertain times' - Thomas Pratt (University of East London):\n\nIn a rapidly changing HE lan dscape\, traditional career paths are no longer guaranteed. This interacti ve session explores how attendees can navigate non-linear careers\, make s ustainable development choices\, and build resilience without burnout\, It offers space for reflection\, enabling attendees to identify practical to ols to shape their development\, support others\, and thrive in uncertain times.\n\n4pm                    End\n\n \;\n\nSpeaker biogr aphies:\n\nHelen Rimmer is a leadership development specialist\, facilitat or\, and coach specialising in workplace wellbeing\, resilience\, and the human dynamics of organisational life.\n\nWith over 20 years of senior lea dership experience in libraries and higher education\, Helen brings a prac tical\, experience-grounded perspective to professional development. Her w ork focuses on the psychological and behavioural realities of modern work\ , helping individuals and teams navigate pressure\, uncertainty\, and chan ge in sustainable ways.\n\nHelen is the founder of The Kind Brave Leader a nd Empower: The Library Skills Collective\, and is particularly known for her work on kindness-centred leadership\, burnout prevention\, and emotion ally intelligent workplace cultures.\n\nHer sessions combine psychology\, realism\, and warmth\, offering participants practical tools that feel imm ediately relevant to everyday professional life.\n\n \;\n\nNeil Johnst one has a successful 25-year track record within learning and development\ , as well as 15 years in operational management roles (6 as a senior manag er).\n\nNeil has worked with 10 HE clients and has been working with UAL f or over 8 years delivering a range of interventions for a variety of depar tments.\n\nAs a manager Neil worked in the private and not for profit sect or. With this background he can relate to and understand the needs of orga nisations\, the challenge of leadership\, and the realities of operational management. This enables Neil to draw on his own experience to design and deliver training that makes a difference by being relevant\, practical\, and focused on achieving learning outcomes.\n\nAs a Learning and Developme nt specialist\, Neil has worked as a consultant\, coach facilitator\, and trainer in all sectors. He has worked with over 40 organisations to design and deliver learning interventions to meet their specific needs.\n\n  \;\n\nThomas Pratt is Associate Director (User Experience and Engagement) within Library\, Archives and Learning Services at the University of East London. With over 15 years' experience across the sport\, leisure and high er education sectors\, his career has spanned operational management\, lea dership\, and professional services. This includes senior roles in univers ity sport prior to transitioning into library services. His non-linear car eer path has shaped a strong interest in career development\, leadership\, and navigating change in complex organisations.\n\n \;\n\nCost:\n\n£ 200 members\n£400 non member institutions\n\nCost includes lunch and refr eshments\n\nWe are offering 2 free places at the Conference\, funded by th e M25 Staff Development Awards. To apply\, please complete the application form found on our website page.\n\n \;\n\nInformation for joining:\n\ n Electronic CPD attendance certificates can be provided on request. Plea se request via cpd25@london.ac.uk\n\nCancellations less than one week befo re the event will be charged a 50% cancellation fee. In the event of a ‘ no-show’ on the day\, the full fee will be charged.\n\nTo book a place p lease use our online booking forms. Please remember to include a PO number if required to make payment. 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