Human Library, and it engages people of different backgrounds in conversation by providing a non-judgmental environment for people to speak one-on-one.
The library’s Joel Mantey, on with WFIN’s Chris Oaks, says human volunteers act as “books” and are “checked out” for 15 minutes, to afford the participant, or the “reader” a chance to ask questions they might normally feel uncomfortable asking.
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He says the interactions people get from participating in the Human Library help them better understand each other as human beings through conversation and engagement.
The event will be held on October 16th at Findlay High School.
Get more details by clicking here and listen to the full interview with Chris Oaks by clicking here.
(above pic courtesy of the Human Library Organization)
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