Navigating Information Fatigue: Social Media
Learn more about social media’s influence on society and ourselves.
Policing
These books offer detailed histories and critiques of America’s police system as well as passionate, thoughtful ways we can all work and advocate for change.
Racism and Economics
To learn more about racism and economics, check out these titles.
Hear Me Out: Gerrymandering and Voting Districts
Are you being represented in your district? Check out these resources for more information about redistricting and ways to ensure that every voter has a voice.
Women in Disability Rights
In these frank, intersectional memoirs, women who took a stand for disability rights explore disability, femininity, accessibility, race and, ultimately, empowerment.
Girls Who Made a Difference
Making history isn’t just for grownups; kids can make their mark, too. Check out these titles and meet strong girls who stood up for the environment, civil rights and more.
Women of Color Who Have Made an Impact in Our Lives
There are so many women of color from the past and in our present making a difference in the world around us! To learn more about these awesome women, check out these titles.
Hear Me Out: Online Security and Data Protection
On February 24, 2021, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will be hosting a ‘Hear Me Out’ discussion about online security and data protection. For more information about these topics, check out these titles.
Hear Me Out: Vaccines
On Wednesday, January 27, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will be hosting a Hear Me Out discussion about the COVID-19 vaccine, featuring a Q and A with a public health specialist. Along with the Hear Me Out dialogue, these books will help you understand the science behind vaccines; the debates surrounding their use; the diseases they prevent; and their sometimes-troubling history.
Talking With Children About Elections, Violence and Current Events
Coping with the flood of information available these days can be challenging, even when utterly unexpected events aren’t overtaking us. Talking calmly and comfortingly with children about current events may feel like it’s almost impossible. But whether difficult conversations are smooth or tricky for your family, sharing a book can be a good starting point.