Unitarian Universalists of Rossmoor

Beyond the Banned Shelf - Censorship and Free Expression

We believe that the pursuit of knowledge and the open exchange of ideas are cornerstones of our community and our faith. But what happens when ideas are challenged, when books are deemed "unsuitable," and when free expression becomes a battleground?

Join us for a thoughtful and timely brown-bag lunch discussion where we will take a deep dive into the complex, often heated, issue of censorship and book banning.

This meeting is an opportunity to understand the history, the methods, and the legal implications of fighting for access to diverse and challenging ideas.

Carole Woods

Carole is a retired Reading Specialist with a profound passion for children’s and adult literature. Since retiring, she has maintained her commitment to lifelong learning through the Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes (Olli) at CSUEB. Carole has researched the issue of censorship extensively, utilizing resources from the American Library Association and California Teachers of English, and is uniquely prepared to guide us through the landscape of book challenges nationwide.