“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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It’s so important to start the education early, before biases are fully formed and children’s books have not demonstrated enough diversity in the past. I fully support this pledge!
To continue to educate myself and my family on the cultural and experiential perspectives of our friends and neighbors of color.
Diverse books lead to diverse & open hearts, thoughts, & minds of all ages!
Change for my grandchildren
To learn.
I’m taking this pledge to affirm my intention and commitment to support equity in our communities.