A Higher Purpose: Censorship and Intellectual Freedom Today
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
2pm Eastern (11am Pacific | 12pm Mountain | 1pm Central)
Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2bCZYwClRHijV1vyijYHZQ
Description: This webinar will discuss some of the motivations behind censorship and book banning in America. We will discuss the impact of moral belief and organized thinking on efforts to remove materials from schools and public libraries, as well as historic examples of tactics being used today. We’ll also examine the difficulties in having conversations from two very drastic viewpoints and obstacles to reach a common understanding. Participants will gain a better understanding of the historic underpinnings of today’s attacks on materials related to the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC experiences.
About the Presenter: Peter Coyl is the Library Director & Chief Executive Officer of the award-winning Sacramento Public Library, the 4th largest library system in California, serving 1.4 million residents through its 28-branch system. He served as President of the Freedom to Read Foundation from 2022-2023, Vice President from 2020-2022, and a Trustee from 2019-2023. He is also a member of the California Library Association Intellectual Freedom Committee, the American Library Association’s Intellectual Freedom Committee, and serves on ALA Council representing the Intellectual Freedom Round Table. Coyl earned his Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from Drexel University and his Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration and Public Policy from Oakland University. Peter is also active in his community and sits on the Community Action Board of the Sacramento Employment and Training Agency (SETA) and is a proud member of the Rotary Club of Sacramento.
Can’t make it to the live show? That’s okay. The session will be recorded and available on the Carterette Series Webinars website for later viewing.
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To register for the online event
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