We recognize the essential need for our collections to include and respect all voices, especially those that are historically and currently marginalized. Like all institutions, libraries are not neutral entities. Without proper awareness of the voices and knowledge we choose to elevate versus those we choose not to, we do not fulfill our obligation to support the free exchange of ideas or to fully represent the wealth of knowledge that we can connect our users with.
With this in mind, and in keeping with our mission and values, we will make every effort to ensure our collections reflect the diverse cultures, religions, races, ethnicities, nationalities, genders, disability statuses, sexual orientations, social classes, and other unique ways in which we differ, while celebrating what we share and promoting respect for individuals and the global community.