Growing Together
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
- View our blog for monthly book recommendations and information about events
- View our collection of anti-oppression resources and articles
- YouTube videos on anti-racism and equity on our Youtube Page
- Our Spotify playlist of recommended podcasts
- Anti-racism recommended reading list and anti-racism recommended reading for kids
- Pronouns and gender reading list
- Pride watch list
English as a Second Language
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
- Desi LGBTQ+ Helpline 908-367-3374
- Trans Lifeline 877-565-8860
- The Trevor Project (LGBTQ youth)1-866-488-7386
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255
- National Runaway Safeline 1-800-RUNAWAY
- the Network/la Red (ending partner abuse in queer communities) 800-832-1901
- National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs 212-714-1141
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.