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Illustrating Diversity: Elevating BIPOC Voices in Graphic Novels and Comics

American Library Association Annual Confernce

Saturday, June 28, 2025    |    Philladelphia, PA    |    9:00 AM


Session Description:

Join the Graphic Novels & Comics Round Table (GNCRT) President’s Program as we shine a spotlight on the brilliance and creativity of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) graphic novelists and comic creators. This dynamic session will explore the power of storytelling to amplify diverse perspectives and foster inclusive narratives. Attendees will gain insights into the creators’ processes, the importance of representation, and strategies to engage new and diverse members within the graphic novel and comics community. Discover how libraries and advocates can champion equity and innovation in the world of sequential art!

Speakers: 

Shauntee Burns-Simpson (moderator), Christina Taylor, Comics Librarian