CBC Launches Diversity Initiative

February 09, 2012

CBC Launches Diversity Initiative

“The significance of creating books that are both ‘windows and mirrors’ for young readers, as Mitali Perkins and others have so eloquently put it, cannot be overstated.” – Elizabeth Bluemle, in her report on the initiative in today’s PW Shelf Talker.

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On January 31st, the CBC launched its Diversity Committee! The evening included a discussion of the initiative, with personal stories from the founding members of the Committee, and a call to action for all attendees to keep the diversity conversation ever-present in the industry. Check out more pictures on the Children's Book Council’s Facebook page and visit the CBC Diversity blog.

Spreading awareness about this vital initiative is as simple as a tweet. With the new CBC Diversity Twibbon, everyone can show their support for increasing the diversity of voices and experiences contributing to children’s literature. Get yours here.