As public archival institutions fade and the state rewrites curricula, the next generation of cultural workers is stepping up
Texas lawmakers pre-filed so-called bounty bills for the 2025 session, as other states continue to allow private citizens to sue over issues targeting marginalized groups
Just a few months after budget cuts left New York City’s public libraries open only six days a week, Mayor Eric Adams has proposed $58 million in further cuts. The libraries have called for a reversal of Adams’ proposal, as the changes would leave them operational only Monday through
Illinois will penalize institutions that ban books in response to the recent wave of book banning efforts by conservative lawmakers
Florida teachers weigh in on the tight restrictions imposed by the governor as the new school year begins
In an overwhelming year with a never-ending news cycle, this is the reporting that stuck with Prism’s staff
The books at stake often contain topics related to race, sexuality, and gender, robbing young readers of a diverse range of stories and perspectives
Library workers should proactively strengthen policies and practices to fight book bans and prioritize social justice
A more robust public library system is vital to fighting misinformation and bridging digital access gaps across communities in Puerto Rico
Providing resources for struggling library patrons isn’t a distraction for librarians, it’s part of their mission
Communities are contending with astroturfing efforts spreading misinformation and fear mongering about anti-racist and LGBTQ+ materials in schools
Between September and November last year, there were 330 book censorship incidents across the U.S.
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