“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
8336 pledges
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Reading opens the door to new worlds. I believe this project will open the door for everyone to see themselves in the world and also to be seen by others.
Reading opens many doors of education and consciousness, Reading teaches us about different people and cultures and opens our hearts and minds to each other. Books can bring us together.
Our students need diversity. ❤️❤️
This is important. This is overdue. This is an amazing initiative!
I’m taking the pledge because growing up I would have loved to have read about people who looked like me and shared my family experiences.
BLM ✊🏿
Every ‘color’ is worthy of celebration! Reading about diversity makes understanding and positive changes possible. An open mind often leads to a open hand and heart!
Grew up and worked overseas – know the value of diversity
Books open children’s worlds. Reading about others teaches love and empathy for other communities. Reading stories of people like you make you feel less alone.