School librarian, author, and activist Amanda Jones joins Can't Shelve This to share her story in a candid conversation about censorship, courage, and hope for the future of libraries.
Note: This episode includes discussions of harassment and threats against educators.
Relevant Links:
This is For Everyone by Tim Berners-Lee
That Librarian by Amanda Jones
Journeying with Jones: Amanda Jones, 2021 School Librarian of the Year
MLK Jr What Is Your Life's Blueprint Speech
Human Rights Coalition 2023 Youth Report for Librarians/Media Specialists
SLJ Article: Amanda Jones Creates Lesson about Navigating Social Media
Defending the Freedom to Read 101 from PEN America
K.C. Boyd on Can't Shelve This
Louisiana Citizens Against Censorship
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