ALA releases preliminary 2023 book ban data
The American Library Association (ALA) released new preliminary data today documenting the continued rise in censorship attempts in libraries across the U.S. during the first eight months in 2023.
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.
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.
‘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.
Reading Opens the World: Giving Kids Stories of Hope and Joy
The American Federation of Teachers’ “Reading Opens the World” program is helping kids get access to the books they need.
Fighting for the Freedom to Read and the Freedom to Write
The Authors Guild—the largest and oldest professional organization for writers in the United States—stands firmly against the nationwide increase in attacks on books.
Help Us Help You: Report Censorship!
It’s up to all of us to stay alert when book ban efforts come to our communities, and reporting censorship is critical.
Some Good News for a Change
The National Coalition Against Censorship – a Unite Against Book Bans partner – shares some good news amidst book banning.
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.
“FREE PEOPLE READ FREELY”
Hundreds of advocates from around the country came together at the Rally for the Right to Read in Chicago – the largest Unite Against Book Bans gathering to date.