We Are Stronger Than Censorship Panel 1 - Phillip Cortez, Sheila Modir and Jeffrey Kashou - ELBB24

The Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA) and EveryLibrary Institute have teamed up to spread light and inclusive books to readers in communities across the US impacted by efforts to restrict the availability of books featuring Black, Queer, and other under-represented characters and themes.

Today, we’re thrilled to have three distinguished panelists who are passionate about literature, diversity, and mental health join Lee Wind from IBPA: Phillip D. Cortez is the author of the picture book "I'll Be the Moon", and Dr. Sheila Modir and Dr. Jeffrey Kashou authors of "The Proudest Color". We hope today’s discussion inspires you to value and promote the inclusivity and diversity that books and stories bring into our lives. Let’s turn challenges into opportunities and continue to spread light through the stories we cherish.