About the Series

The Human Story Series (formerly known as Human Library) at the Charleston County Public Library started in September 2018 with four planned discussions with members of groups who have experienced prejudice and stigma: a refugee, transgender people, members of law enforcement, and members of the Gullah Geechee community. Since the launch, members of the CCPL staff have worked behind the scenes to extend the series throughout the system. 

Interested members of the community are invited to gather in a safe space and converse with individuals who have been exposed to prejudice or stigma. Join us to combat intolerance by engaging in open, honest and respectful dialogue. 

If you have an idea for a Human Story speaker or are interested in becoming a speaker at one of our upcoming Human Story Series events, fill out this form.

 

In the News: 

WCBD - Human Library series to kick off this September

Charleston City Paper - Charleston library's Human Library series begins Saturday with refugee discussion

Lowcountry Live - The Human Library Series

CCPL - CCPL launches Human Library Series at John's Island Regional

Charleston Chronicle - Charleston County Public Library’s Human Library Series: Meet Law Enforcement Officers

Live 5 News - Charleston County library to host 'Human Library' event this weekend

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Get to Know a Holocaust Survivor

Meet Joe Engel, a survivor of Auschwitz concentration camp and member of the Charleston Jewish Federation, who will share stories of survival and hope. On Sept.1, 1939, the day the Germans invaded Poland, the town was destroyed. Joe was packed into a cattle car on a transport train to Auschwitz, and he stood up for two and a half days without food or water. During the Death March, Joe escaped from a transport train to Czechoslovakia, where he joined the resistance and went on missions to explode German ammunition. He was liberated by the Red Army in March 1945. The only surviving members of his immediate family were two brothers and a sister. 

This program is co-sponsored by the Charleston Jewish Federation. The Charleston Jewish Federation supports many social and humanitarian agencies and programs in Charleston, Israel, and in 70 countries around the world.

When: Saturday, March 28 at 3 p.m.
Where: Main Library

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Main Library		 Human Story Series: Get to Know a Holocaust Survivor
Saturday, March 28 at 3 p.m.
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