Transcript Self_Censorship

Censorship
No bullying will be tolerated
…whether physical, verbal,
written, through gossip or
innuendo…
on the basis of
sex
race
orientation
religion
self expression
Self Censorship
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Selection or Self Censoring?
Influences on Decision Not to Purchase a Book
Possible Reaction from Parents
Possible Reaction from Administration
Possible Reaction from the Community
Possible Reaction from Students
Own Personal Views
Other (relevance to curriculum, age appropriate)
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“The best
collection is one
that always
makes you feel
slightly uneasy.
In other words, if
you're doing your
job, somebody
won't be happy”
YA author Cynthia Grant
It's not just the books under
fire now that worry me. It is
the books that will never be
written. The books that will
never be read. And all due to
the fear of censorship. As
always, young readers will be
the real losers. Judy Blume
Library services, materials, and programs
representing diverse points of view on sex,
gender identity, or sexual orientation should
be considered for purchase and inclusion in
library collections and programs.
The Association affirms that attempts to
proscribe or remove materials dealing with
gay,
lesbian,
bisexual,
and/or
transgendered life without regard to the
written, approved selection policy violate
this tenet and constitute censorship.
ALA Interpretation of Library Bill of Rights
Filters
marsexplorer
The Beaver
Bikini Atoll
Moby Dick
… and every thing to do
with “gay”, “lesbian”,
or sexual health.