Human Library Book Cafe

City of Canning Libraries offer a wide range of events and activities throughout the year!

Canning Libraries

Step inside, challenge preconceptions, and discover inspiring stories that invite you to ‘un-judge’ the world.

Riverton Library

Join us at Riverton Library to discover the stories behind assumptions, challenge preconceptions, and 'un-judge' someone at the Human Library Book Cafe.<a href="https://humanlibrary.org/" title="https://humanlibrary.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Human Library</a>® is a global movement for social change, and is exactly what it sounds like, a library of people! In the Human Library®, our Books are real people from the community who have experienced prejudice, stigmatisation, or discrimination often due to their lifestyle, diagnosis, beliefs, disability, sexuality, or social status. At this event, Readers enter a safe and respectful space where they can "borrow" a Book, listen to their personal stories, and ask questions with the aim to challenge stereotypes, build understanding, and ultimately “unjudge” someone.This unique opportunity is about challenging the stories youv've been told. The event is hosted by the City of Canning in partnership with <a href="https://www.facebook.com/p/Human-Library-Perth-61556728174899/" title="https://www.facebook.com/p/Human-Library-Perth-61556728174899/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Human Library® Perth.</a> All of the Books are volunteers who generously donate their time. Session details:Timing: Each session lasts for 30 minutes, with up to 4 Readers per book. The event runs from 10am to 12noon, so you may wish to "borrow" multiple books during this time (subject to availability).Age requirement: This event is only suitable for adults aged 18 and above. Content is not suitable for children.Catering: Morning tea provided. Cost: FreeTickets: Tickets are not required, but encouraged so you don’t miss out, as spaces will be limited.Contact information: For enquiries, please email <a href="mailto:community@canning.wa.gov.au" title="mailto:community@canning.wa.gov.au" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">community@canning.wa.gov.au</a>

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