“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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We believe that representation matters and everyone deserves to be seen and heard. Books are a way to reflect the world in which we live & show us windows onto other people’s experiences.
We believe that representation matters and everyone deserves to be seen and heard. Books are a way to reflect the world in which we live & show us windows onto other people’s experiences.
Times are changing, people need to see in all areas that someone cares about, what they care about.
Representation matters
Everyone deserves to be able to see themselves reflected in the stories that they read from an early age.
There were not many materials available featuring people of color when I was a young person who is biracial. I feel it is important to read books featuring people of every background now that they are becoming more available.
To improve visibility and promote empathy and self-love for people of diverse backgrounds and experiences!