The Southborough Library supports Black Lives Matter.
The Southborough Library strongly supports the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners statement on diversity, inclusion, and racial justice.
The Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners stands with all who condemn racism and work for racial justice. We believe that Black lives matter.
Libraries are civic anchors, committed to access for all and strengthening bonds within and across communities. We stand firmly with all who battle the inequality, brutality, and failures of justice that have been laid upon Black Americans for centuries. We stand unequivocally for equity, justice, and opportunity. That said, libraries cannot stand solely on ideals. Libraries must find ways to encourage more diversity in our profession and recognize privilege in our everyday lives. We must listen to the communities that we serve and create opportunities for learning and action.
The United States of America can be the land of opportunity only when there is opportunity and justice for every member of society. We must speak out when there is injustice, but our words will mean little if they are not followed by action. The Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners pledges to make racial and social justice integral and ongoing in our services and programs.
The Southborough Library also supports #LibrariesRespond and #BlackLivesMatters vis-à-vis the American Library Association (ALA).
See also: Westborough Public Library Trustees' Open Letter to the Westborough Community, American Library Association / Public Library Associate Statement and Call to Action for Public Library Workers to Address Racism, Isabella Stewart Gardener Museum Black Lives Matter Reading Resources & More
