The American Library Association's Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF) has released new data documenting book challenges throughout the United States, finding that challenges of unique titles surged 65% in 2023 compared to 2022 numbers, reaching the highest level ever documented by ALA.
OIF documented 4,240 unique book titles targeted for censorship, as well as 1,247 demands to censor library books, materials, and resources in 2023.
"Book Ban Data", American Library Association, March 20, 2023. https://www.ala.org/bbooks/book-ban-data (Accessed August 28, 2024)
September is Suicide Prevention Month — a time to raise awareness of this stigmatized, and often taboo, topic. We use this month to shift public perception, spread hope and share vital information to people affected by suicide. Our goal is ensuring that individuals, friends and families have access to the resources they need to discuss suicide prevention and to seek help.
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
"Suicide Prevention Month (SPM)", National Alliance on Mental Illness. https://www.nami.org/get-involved/awareness-events/suicide-prevention-month-spm/ (Accessed August 28, 2024)
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