Book bans are a religious freedom issue
People of faith have a huge stake in the fight against book bans. Our first freedoms, from religious freedom to free expression, are inextricably linked.
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Two free trainings to help you Defend Black History and Unite Against Book Bans
Color of Change and the National Education Association are offering free virtual trainings in December to help you #DefendBlackHistory.
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Friends of the Library & the Freedom to Read
Library Friends groups can support their libraries in the fight against censorship. Celebrate them during National Friends of Libraries Week, October 15-21.
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Write Against Book Bans: Submit a Letter to the Editor
Writing a letter to the editor of your local newspaper is a great way to elevate your voice and reach a wider audience in the fight against censorship. Here’s how to get started.
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Let Freedom Read Day
On October 7, 2023, the Banned Books Week Coalition is asking everyone to take at least one action to help defend books from censorship and to stand up for the library staff, educators, writers, publishers and booksellers who make them available.
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Everyone is an Organizer
Next time you are faced with book bans, remember that you have all that you need to become an organizer and advocate.
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Stand up to Censorship in Carroll County Public Schools!
Recent actions and policy changes in Carroll County, MD, potentially violate students’ right to access information and undermine the expertise of trained library staff.
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‘Grandparents For Truth’ Mobilizes Against Book Banning and Censorship
People for the American Way has launched ‘Grandparents For Truth’ to fight back against attacks on education.
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Obama: Librarians are “on the front lines”
Former President Barack Obama shared a letter in support of America’s librarians and called on every citizen to Unite Against Book Bans.
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Defend New Braunfels Public Library
We’re calling on patrons in New Braunfels, TX, to defend the library against censorship efforts. Take action!
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