C2E2 Panel: What does it mean to make art and promote comics reading in an age of censorship? In the last five years, schools and libraries have experienced record levels of bans and challenges. Comics and graphic novels are regularly targeted for censorship, particularly those authored by LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC creators, and those focusing on LGBTQIA+ and BIPIC lived experiences. What does it mean in an age of comics censorship to make creative work and to promote the reading of this work?
Join a panel of creators, educators, and advocates including author Jarrett Dapier as they discuss defending the value of graphic novels and comics. Gain practical tools to take action today.
Panelists include:
o Jarret Dapier, Author
o Eti Berland, School Engagement Librarian, Wilmette Public Library.
o Dr. Suzanne Karr Schmidt
o G. Trupp, Middle School Librarian, Latin School of Chicago
o Kelly Roberts, High School Librarian, Glenbard South High School
Event URL: https://www.c2e2.com/en-us/things-to-do/panels/schedule-event-information.html?gtID=925069&panel-name=Why-Graphic-Novels-Defending-Graphic-Novels-in-the-Age-of-Censorship