“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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All children and adults should see themselves positively and proudly displayed in the books they read.
I want a world that is equitable, teeming with love and justice and works for All. I want every child’s truth and beauty to reflected in books.
Because children should see themselves reflected in the books that they read!
We pledge to honor the diversity of our community and Clarence Sasser, one of the few Black Americans to win the Medal of Honor for his military service.
Diversity matters!