Libraries get insight on how censorship, library access impacts teens

Libraries get insight on how censorship, library access impacts teens

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The video discusses the Books Unbanned initiative by Brooklyn and Seattle public libraries, which opened digital collections to young people. The initiative aimed to understand the impact of censorship and limited access to books. Over 14,000 young people signed up, revealing diverse reasons for seeking access, including censorship, lack of nearby libraries, and privacy concerns. The findings highlight the importance of access to diverse stories and the contentious nature of book censorship. Popular and controversial titles were checked out, reflecting a wide range of interests among young readers.

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What impact does censorship have on young people's access to books according to the findings?

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What types of materials were young people checking out through the books unbanned program?

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