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It's Carceral Banned Books Week!

September 25, 2023

Increasing literacy skills among incarcerated Americans reduces recidivism and helps them gain the skills they need to succeed in civilian life.

Virtual Event for PA Residents: "Beyond Book Bans"

September 18, 2023

Maybe you have started to hear rumors that extremists are asking the school board to ban certain books in your school district.Or maybe some books have already been banned where you are, and now they are trying to defund your public library.Or maybe certain books are disappearing from book displays at both your local library and the bookstore in town.These are all scenarios playing out across Pennsylvania as extremists continue their assault on intellectual freedom.

Introducing the Nation's Newest Library District

August 22, 2023

The library in Branson Missouri was set to close in 2024 but I'm thrilled to share that we helped it become the nation's newest Library District instead. Now, Library services for this part of Missouri - despite the issues with the Secretary of State - will continue to grow.

Let Books Live

August 16, 2023

EveryLibrary wants to thank the creators of "Let Books Live" a playful stop motion PSA created by a children’s book author and stop motion director to support the freedom to read. This video was created to be "stolen" and shared. Please feel free to download it, share it from its Vimeo link, and post it across your social media.

Welcoming Ashley Stewart

August 07, 2023

EveryLibrary is happy to announce that Ashley Stewart is joining us as our new Campaign Strategist. In this role, she will consult with public libraries on their funding or building ballot measures, local Vote Yes Committees on winning campaign strategies, and the occasional Vote No committee to oppose bad policies for libraries across America. 

Thank You, Louisiana Library Association.

July 26, 2023

EveryLibrary Executive Director, John Chrastka, was invited to host two workshops at the Louisiana Library Association (LLA) earlier this month about censorship, book bans, and how to fight back for public libraries and school libraries.   DONATE Make a donation to help fight against book bans!  

Louisiana Library Association Commends EveryLibrary for Its Support

July 24, 2023

I am proud to share that the Louisiana Library Association board of directors presented EveryLibrary with a commendation, thanking us for our partnership and work supporting their libraries during their 2023 Annual Conference in Baton Rouge this week. It was a touching moment for me, and I am proud of our work.

Join us at #BossLibrarianPD 2023 for School Library Professional Development

July 14, 2023

Join us for #BossLibrarianPD2023, the best school library professional development, August 2 - 5. We're thrilled to be a sponsor and look forward to welcoming you at this free event.

EveryLibrary Endorses the Prison Libraries Act, an Important Step Towards Rehabilitation and Reintegration for Incarcerated Individuals

July 11, 2023

EveryLibrary, the national political action committee for libraries, announces its endorsement of H.R. 2825, the Prison Libraries Act of 2023, a vital legislative proposal aimed at expanding library resources in U.S., state, and territory correctional facilities. 

New Era for Niles-Maine Township Library

July 11, 2023

The Niles-Maine Township Library has gone through a very difficult and truly transformative period since the Spring 2021 trustee election that saw new board members start to dismantle the library from the inside. Their actions, including enacting a "temporary” hiring freeze and slashing the library's budget, have been detrimental to the library and the community it serves. The fight to safeguard the library was a long one - and was rather acrimonious at times.
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