An award-winning, nonprofit organization that celebrates the powerful impact books have on young people
The National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature was created in partnership with the Library of Congress. Every Child a Reader administers the program, organizing events, publicity, and travel for the Ambassador and creating educational resources for teachers, librarians, parents, children and teens.
Financial support for the National Ambassador program is provided by CBC member publishers and individual donors. Donations can be made here.
Learn more about the National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature program.
Meet Meg Medina and hear about her inspiring platform, "¡Cuéntame!: Let’s talk books"
Explore Meg's platform, ¡Cuéntame!: Let’s talk books
Find out where Meg Medina is traveling during her two year term and how you can submit a proposal.
Who were our past ambassadors and their platforms?