In 2022 there were 1,269 demands to censor books in the United States,
nearly double the record-shattering 729 challenges recorded in 2021. We
have had numerous attempts to censor books in Maine and also current
proposed legislation that would put educators and school librarians in legal
jeopardy over book collections.

The Maine Library Association advocates for intellectual freedom, supports
library workers, and provides professional development to ensure strong
libraries supporting Maine communities.

Please help the MLA build capacity to do this critical work - attend our 2023
fundraiser featuring a conversation with Maine authors, philanthropists, and library advocates,
Stephen and Tabitha King.

This event will be held in the Grand Summit Hotel Ballroom at Sunday River.

The Maine Library Association is a 501(c)(3) noprofit corp.