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Growing Together

An equity, allyship, and anti-oppression initiative from the DFL
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What is the goal of this initiative? 

We believe that libraries are for everyone, and we want to ensure that we are creating a safe space for all library patrons and community members. This initiative will allow us to work together as a community to learn about equity and inclusion. By engaging with intersectional resources and programs, we can educate ourselves on how to be better allies to others. This initiative aims to build upon our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policy by offering a series of programs, discussions, and resources on how to stand against racism, ageism, sexism, homophobia, ableism, xenophobia, and other societal issues that harm marginalized peoples. We are committed to breaking down barriers that prevent BIPOC and other marginalized identities from accessing knowledge, resources, and information.

What will be offered through this initiative? 

We will be partnering with many local nonprofits and organizations in the area to offer educational resources and programs. We hope these programs, along with our collection of diverse library materials, will allow us to create spaces for discussions about anti-oppression and decentering whiteness. We encourage community members to join us as we teach and learn together with programs for a variety of ages.

Resources

English as a Second Language 

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The library now offers free English as a Second Language tutoring. Those interested in learning English can call or visit the library to be set up with a tutor. 
 
Keep an eye on our Calendar of Events for related programs and events! Have a suggestion for types of anti-oppression programs you'd like to see? Fill out this Google form to submit feedback about our initiative. 

 

Local Events and Programs 

View the community-wide DEI Google Calendar to view all local events related to diversity and inclusion. 

Helplines

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We acknowledge that the Duxbury Free Library is located on land stolen from the Indigenous peoples of the Wampanoag Tribes. To learn about the Native land that you occupy, visit Native-Land.ca. You can also learn more about land acknowledgement here.