Tag: First Black librarian
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Dr. Carla Hayden, first Black woman to lead the Library of Congress, leaves behind a powerful legacy of diversity initiatives and modernization efforts despite controversial dismissal in 2025.
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The remarkable story of Miriam Matthews, the first Black librarian hired by the Los Angeles Public Library (LAPL). Discover her advocacy for inclusion, intellectual freedom, and Black history preservation during her tenure.
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