The Board of Library Trustees
Statement on Black Lives Matters
The Wayland Free Public Library recognizes the hurt, anger, sadness and fear many are feeling in light of the ongoing violence against Black people, and especially following the recent deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery.
Some members of our community have come together to protest against this ongoing violence and the inequities faced by Black Americans. These stem from structural racism and systemic inequality in our nation.
The Wayland Free Public Library stands in solidarity with all who condemn racism and work for racial justice. We believe that Black Lives Matter. We unequivocally reject hate, racism and bigotry of any kind, and have zero tolerance for these in our building or on our social media presence.
We believe knowledge and information lead to understanding and empathy and ultimately a just solution. Our staff is here to support your quest for knowledge. We have prepared reading lists and resources to help you better understand the history and present reality of racism in this country in order to start important conversations on this critical subject.
We will continue to share and promote resources and programs on this important topic in the coming days.
In peace,
Sandra M. Raymond, Director of the Wayland Free Public Library
The Staff of the Wayland Free Public Library
The Board of Trustees of the Wayland Free Public Library
Approved by the Board of Library Trustees 6/16/2020