LIBERATION LIBRARY

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From Vogue.com:
"Liberation Library Is Pushing for Prison Abolition, One Book at a Time"

Amid protests for racial equality and police reform, many Americans have called for the dismantling of systemically racist structures within our society. For some, that work begins with defunding (or abolishing) the police and other forces behind the largest private-prison population in the world and investing in community-led solutions instead. Liberation Library, a nonprofit organization that sends books to incarcerated youth in Illinois, is one group behind that effort.

See what people are saying about our work here.

Volunteer with Us

Packing days are back! But COVID-19 is not over. Volunteers are required to wear a mask (KN95 or N95) throughout the day. Masks will be provided for those who do not have them. If you do not wear a mask during this event, you will be asked to leave.

Learn more about our COVID Response and partnership with local Chicago bookstores here.