We Need Diverse Books to Launch "Books Save Lives" Grant Initiative

 
From: "Sharon Rawlins srawlins@njstatelib.org [NJYAC]" ...@njstatelib.org>
Subject: We Need Diverse Books to Launch "Books Save Lives" Grant Initiative
Date: November 30th 2022

We Need Diverse Books To Launch “Books Save Lives” Initiative

 

SLJ reported on Nov. 28th that, in response to book banning attempts that are disproportionately impacting diverse books and authors, We Need Diverse Books is launching "Books Save Lives," a new initiative to fight back against censorship and support students and authors.

The initiative launching on Thursday, December 1 includes grants of up to $10,000 to purchase banned and challenged titles for underserved schools and libraries; educational materials for on-the-ground efforts, to help arrange author visits, guide educators through conversations about banned books, and support media specialists; and coordinating of author visits and book giveaways for those affected by the bans.

Read the full article for more information.

~Sharon

 

All the best,

 

Sharon Rawlins, MLS (she/her/hers)

Youth Services Specialist

Library Development Bureau

New Jersey State Library

P. 609-278-2640 x116

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