Intellectual Freedom Committee

We stand for the opportunity for all Utahns to read, view, listen, speak, write, or think freely. 

If you know of a situation where such an opportunity is being withheld or obstructed, especially in regard to Utah libraries, please contact the committee Chair or Vice-Chair listed below. 

NEWS
The Intellectual Freedom Committee was honored to host celebrated banned book author Chris Crutcher at the annual conference. As the luncheon speaker, and in an emotionally charged session following, he described how books could provide healing and understanding to readers. The charge for us was not to just allow access to a variety of materials, but to help young people find books to face their challenges. 

We thank ULA for their tremendous support. At this time we are taking applications for the 2012-2013 Intellectual Freedom Committee.  If you are interested in being on the committee for the first time or if you would to re-apply for this year please send an e-mail to the committee Chair or Vice-Chair listed below.

Inform yourself and those around you!

Read ALA's Library Bill of Rights.
Read ULA's Intellectual Freedom Manual and Action Guide (Manual will be posted here soon) 

Watch this video for how to report intellectual freedom challenges to ALA: