Join us for a compelling panel discussion on the impact of book challenges—not just on librarians, but on a broader spectrum of professionals. Centered around an example of a classroom book ban in New Hanover County, we'll hear firsthand accounts from educators, school board members, and community stakeholders on navigating these challenges and developing collaborative strategies with librarians to mitigate their impacts. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights into how professionals from different fields can support each other amid the complexities of book challenges, explore mutual support strategies, and foster community resilience.

Panelists:

• Tim Palmer, Chair of Film Studies at UNC Wilmington and Co-organizer Banned Books Reading Group (moderator)
• Rachel Keith, Reporter at WHQR public radio
• Kelli Kidwell, English teacher in New Hanover County Public Schools
• Stephanie Walker, New Hanover County School Board Member
• Sean Palmer, Director of the Upperman African American Cultural Center at UNC-W

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"Beyond the Stacks" is a series that invites professionals from outside of libraries to share their perspectives on library news and topics. If you have a request for a topic or speaker, please reach out to help@nclive.org.