#freedom to read

#freedom to read

Censorship in education has surged, with over 10,000 book bans reported in the 2023-2024 academic year, impacting critical literary themes.

The nationwide Freedom to Read Day of Action united nearly 200 libraries in protest against book bans and censorship.

There has been a significant increase in book bans, with over 10,000 instances reported in the 2023-24 school year and collective actions planned against censorship.

NYC libraries are uniting against book bans through events aimed at promoting the freedom to read amidst rising censorship.

Libraries are uniting for the first coordinated Day of Action to combat book banning in the U.S. on October 19.

Rosalie Stewart is appointed to combat book-banning campaigns in schools and libraries, focusing on freedom-to-read legislation.

Karen Smith, the new Central Bucks School Board President in Pennsylvania, was sworn in on a stack of banned books instead of the Bible.

She wanted to symbolize her commitment to fighting for the freedom to read and the importance of the banned books.

LeVar Burton, the host of Reading Rainbow, continues to advocate for literacy and the freedom to read.

The American Library Association has documented a record number of attempts to ban books in 2022, primarily targeting diverse voices.