The PRIDE Program

It's one of our favorite months, the ! Check out these picture books that affirm our young children's identities.

Deadline extended to April 24th! If you have engaged with us in any capacity, please complete this 10 minute survey.

Support this upcoming community event focusing on literacy, youth and our communities! April 11th, 1-4pm, Carnegie Library in Homewood. You will learn so much from these dynamics guests!

Check out these books for Women's History Month and talk about the powerful women in your life with children you know. Their stories matter!

Join Us! 2026 Children's Literacy Award Ceremony -

Join Us! 2026 Children's Literacy Award Ceremony Please join us for the 2026 ceremony to honor Joan Friedberg and Betty Segel, co-founders of Beginning with Books. The event also celebrates local early educators doing the important work of sharing diverse books with young children.

Help PRIDE reflect on 10 years of impact and share your vision for the future. We want to hear from you, especially if you have engaged with PRIDE in any way! Please complete this 10 minute survey by March 31st, where you'll be entered into a raffle to receive a $50 gift card

Paying homage to the one of our newest ancestors, Jesse Jackson Sr.

Jesse Jackson 'I Am Somebody' on Sesame Street Complete story at headlineusa.com/jesse-jackson-shakedown-sesame-streetOnce a featured guest on 'Sesame Street,' professional race hustler Jesse Jackson has ...

Don’t miss Roberto Clemente: Inspiring Change on February 20th from 1–2 PM at the Clemente Musuem! Learn about the legacy of a Pittsburgh legend and humanitarian!

The Clemente Museum presents Roberto Clemente Inspiring Change - Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Come learn how Pittsburgh Pirates star Roberto Clemente has inspired young people from his native Puerto Rico and around the world!

Real conversations. Real people. Real experiences.
In My Skin, a P.R.I.D.E. podcast, explores early childhood, racial identity, inclusion, and what it means to belong, through honest dialogue and community voices.

Listen wherever you get your podcasts or at racepride.pitt.edu.

Get your season started with these beautiful picture books!