“It is essential that all people have the opportunity to see themselves represented with dignity and humanity in the books that we share. This promotes the growth of wellbeing, understanding, and acceptance in our world.”
LITTLE FREE LIBRARY AT HASTINGS HOUSE COOP
HASTINGS ON HUDSON, NEW YORK
“Everyone deserves to see themselves in the books they read and the stories they love.”
MR. PEBBLE’S MEMORIAL LIBRARY
OLD BRIDGE, NEW JERSEY
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You cannot be what you cannot see, and characters in books can be anything in the universe! Every reader deserves that kind of freedom.
“In an increasingly interconnected world, it is more important than ever to foster understanding and appreciation for diverse cultures and perspectives. By promoting culturally diverse books that are accessible to all, we can create a more inclusive and equitable society where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.”
We are just starting a Little Library for an Aktion Club which is meant for adults with disabilities. The more we can have stories about all people in this world the more people will understand we are all the same.
George Floyd’s death allowed me to have more open dialogues & get a better understanding of different races and backgrounds. What I learned was so valuable to me & I want to share it with others to do my part in the inclusion of all races and backgrounds.
I am a frequent little free Library participant I enjoy and love it so much it is truly dear to my heart not long I found a book Clan of the Cave Bear series painted caves couldn’t find it anywhere something told me to stop at that little Free Library
To be apart something bigger than myself!