Hello All, We’re excited to invite you to help us spread the word about an upcoming opportunity for teens across Michigan, the Youth Summit for the Right to Read<https://www.milibraries.org/youth-summit>, hosted by the Michigan Library Association on May 9. This engaging, youth-centered event will be facilitated by BookRiot’s Kelly Jensen and will bring together young people to explore intellectual freedom, advocacy, and the power of their voices. Through interactive sessions and peer connection, participants will leave inspired and equipped to stand up for the freedom to read in their communities. How you can help: * Encourage teens to register: If you work with middle or high school students who are passionate about books, libraries, or speaking up for what they believe in, please share this opportunity with them directly. Personal invitations from trusted library staff can make a big difference! * Promote in your space: Consider sharing information through your bulletin board, teen advisory boards, book clubs, school partners, or social media. * Start the conversation: Use this as a chance to talk with teens about intellectual freedom and why it matters. Free promotional materials available: We’re happy to provide bookmarks, flyers, or postcards to help you promote the summit in your library. If you’d like some mailed to you, please let us know by replying to this message with your mailing address and requested quantity. There are also downloadable graphics on our website<https://www.milibraries.org/youth-summit#social>. Thank you for everything you do to support and empower young readers. We hope you’ll partner with us to make this event a success and help amplify youth voices across the state. If you have any questions or would like additional materials, feel free to reach out. Warmly, [A picture containing text, clipart Description automatically generated] Amber Sheerin, CMP, DES (She/Her) Program & Event Director Michigan Library Association PO Box 27337 Lansing, MI 48909 Direct: 517-881-3194 Office: 517-394-2774 asheerin@milibraries.org<mailto:asheerin@milibraries.org> www.milibraries.org<http://www.milibraries.org/> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/MichiganLibraryAssociation> and Bluesky<https://bsky.app/profile/milibraries.bsky.social>!