We envision a future where people actively work to dismantle injustices and build a more peaceful, equitable world.

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For the Jane Addams Peace Association, Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPI Month) is every month. Until everyone learns that U.S.A. history reflects this, and the contributions of AAPI people are regularly acknowledged and celebrated, this month is necessary. Here we highlight books and resources to help increase understanding, dialogue and joy around diverse Asian American and Pacific Islander identities, culture, contributions and histories. […]

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May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!

For the Jane Addams Peace Association, Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPI Month) is every month. Until everyone learns that U.S.A. history reflects this, and the contributions of AAPI people are regularly acknowledged and celebrated, this month is necessary. Here we highlight books and resources to help increase understanding, dialogue and joy around diverse Asian American and Pacific Islander identities, culture, contributions and histories. […]

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Celebrating Women’s History Month!

In March, we delve into current and past Jane Addams Children’s Book Award-Winners and Honor Books that affirm and celebrate women and girls in history and the present. It is our mission “To deepen understanding of peace and justice for children and their adults through reflection, dialogue, and social action.” Let us think and talk about how people can challenge gender stereotypes and bias against all hierarchies of power and opportunity and work for power and equality for all. […]

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Celebrating Jane Addams Children’s Book Award Ceremony!

On Friday, April 26, 2024, from 6:00-7:30 pm the Jane Addams Peace Association will celebrate the 71st Anniversary of the Jane Addams Children’s Book Award in honoring “children’s books of literary and aesthetic excellence that effectively engage children in thinking about peace, social justice, global community, and equity for all people.” This will be a celebration at the Hastings-on-Hudson Public Library.

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Celebrate Black History Month!

February is Black History Month. This month-long observance in the US and Canada is a chance to celebrate Black achievement and provide a fresh reminder to take stock of where systemic racism persists and give visibility to the people and organizations creating change.

During this month and throughout the year, the Jane Addams Peace Association honors and celebrates the history, heritage, and accomplishments of the Black community, both past and present. In this newsletter, we will be sharing our 2024 award winning and finalist books from members of the Black community that exemplify literary, visual and aesthetic excellence and invite dialogue, passionate response, purposeful reflection and deep questioning related to social justice themes. […]

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