Unite’s new messaging guide, “Conversations That Connect,” was created to provide ideas and tactics that position library advocates to combat disinformation and lead more respectful, nuanced, and rational discussions about book banning.
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Local leaders create the policies that impact our day-to-day lives, including whether or not book bans are implemented. Run for Something Civics is hosting a national civic holiday to encourage more people to get involved civically and increase representation at every level of the government.
On National Run for Office Day, Consider Yourself a Freedom to Read Candidate Read More »
The Parent Playbook from Red Wine & Blue was created to help parents and caregivers fight book bans and promote inclusivity in curricula and collections.
Partner Resource Spotlight: Red Wine & Blue’s Parent Playbook Read More »
Local library and school boards have a profound impact on our communities. As national elections heat up, it remains vitally important to stay active at the local level. The HRC Foundation’s guide provides helpful information about board basics, building alliances with other advocates, and engaging directly to protect the freedom to read.
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Independent bookstores are powerful community allies in the fight against book bans! The American Booksellers Association’s free “Right to Read Toolkit” equips booksellers with checklists, safety tips, and creative ideas for banned book displays and read‑ins, turning local shops into gathering places to celebrate free expression.
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Faith for Libraries, a new effort to unite faith communities and librarians to defend the sacred right to read, kicked off with a virtual gathering on November 5. From a rural librarian’s work confronting legislation that disproportionately impacts small libraries, to an academic librarian’s work rallying her faith community against
bans that target Black history and stories, the event highlighted how religious conviction can inform the fight for intellectual freedom.
Book bans are no longer shocking—they’re becoming normalized. PEN America’s new report reveals how censorship in America has spread, evolved, and sparked resistance in 2025.
The State of Book Bans in 2025: Widespread and Normalized Read More »
The Michigan Library Association recently commissioned a statewide survey on library issues. Results confirmed growing statewide resistance to censorship and a significant increase in support for public libraries.
Michigan Voters Overwhelmingly Reject Book Bans in New Statewide Survey Read More »
Unite Against Book Bans is proud to partner with Public School Strong to connect Banned Books Week events with advocates nationwide. Through a new interactive calendar and map, communities can share, discover, and support local efforts to defend the freedom to read.
Join Unite and Everyday Advocacy on October 7 to explore ways to defend diverse books and amplify educators’ and librarians’ voices. Registration is now open for this free, interactive session!
