“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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Drowning in quality baby through young adult used books, all with a strong and beautiful theme of human equality. Seeking the optimal venue of collecting like donations, collecting and donating where the most diverse children and adults will benefit.
All children matter
We have always believed in what you are sharing and we have been doing the same in Wichita Falls, Texas.
Renée – for whom our library was named – was a lawyer with Legal Aid and fought for equality for everyone. We are taking the pledge in her honor.
I have been working hard, through workshops and seminars, to broaden my diversity library. This will give me a way to share what I’ve read with others!
I am a Montessori educator and have charge of two little free libraries. I love to choose and invest in books with children and diverse families of the global majority- non white that have positive tales to tell.
It is important for us to be reflective of our diverse community in our programs and our exhibits, but more importantly, what we provide to the next generation so they feel seen and heard within our walls.
I pledge as a member of our community to continue to advocate for literacy accessibility, inclusivity and outreach.