Monday, December 18, 2017

NYPL President: 'Libraries Are for Everyone'

 
The following statement was submitted by Tony Marx, President of the New York Public Library. 

For more than 100 years, The New York Public Library has served as a safe haven for all who seek knowledge, information, and personal growth. In today's often turbulent times, it’s vital to reaffirm our commitment to helping all who seek our services.

No matter who you are, where you come from, or what you believe, our doors are open to you, because libraries truly are for everyone.

The strongest way to demonstrate this unwavering commitment is not through words, but through actions. This year, our community outreach services were more vibrant than ever, including our literacy education services for all ages, ESOL classes for non-native English speakers, and citizenship programming for new Americans.

Without the generosity of our supporters, none of these achievements would be possible. On behalf of all of us at the Library, we thank New Yorkers for the role they've played in furthering this important work and ensuring that the Library remains an open, welcoming, freely accessible fount of opportunity for generations to come.

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