Uncensored Voices Advocating for Freedom in Literature

Forum Friday: Uncensored Voices — Advocating for Freedom in Literature invites participants to engage in an open and interactive conversation about censorship, banned books, and the power of literature as a form of advocacy and liberation. The forum will begin with a participatory activity where attendees explore and identify commonly banned or challenged books, followed by guided reflection questions that examine whose voices are silenced, why these texts are restricted, and the implications for education and society. The evening will conclude with a brief closing reflection and a community-centered meet and greet featuring games, food, and fun, creating space for connection, dialogue, and collective joy.