For immediate release | May 8, 2025
Desiree Mallette is the 2025 recipient of the Paul Howard Award for Courage
CHICAGO – The Paul Howard Award for Courage Jury is pleased to announce that Desiree Mallette is the 2025 recipient of the American Library Association (ALA) Paul Howard Award for Courage. The biennial award, consisting of $1,000 and a gold-framed citation, honors individuals who have exhibited courage for the benefit of library programs or services in the face of adversity.
Mallette serves as the Library Paraprofessional at Mosaic Preparatory Academy. Mallette has demonstrated remarkable courage that has greatly benefited the library and the entire school community. Desiree has prioritized her role by consistently supporting her students and treating everyone with the highest level of respect and professionalism.
Mallette ensures that the community exceptional students have access to the books, resources, and supportive environment they require.
Please join us in congratulating Desiree Mallette as the 2025 recipient of the ALA Paul Howard Award for Courage. The award will be presented at the Awards Ceremony at the ALA Annual Conference in Philadelphia, PA.
Paul Howard Award Jury 2025 Members: Michelle A. Robertson, (Chair), DNAPSS Dept Chair, College of Education and Professional Studies, University of Central Oklahoma; Sara Ackerman, School Librarian, New York City Public Schools; Karina Camarillo, Teacher Librarian, East Aurora School District 131; Skip Dye, Senior Vice President, Library Sales and Digital Strategy, and Senior Vice President, Sales Operations at Penguin Random House; and Ellen Ruffin
More information about the Paul Howard Award for Courage, including how to submit a nomination, is available at the ALA website (www.ala.org).
ABOUT THE AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
The American Library Association (ALA) is the only non-partisan, nonprofit organization dedicated entirely to America's libraries and library professionals. For almost 150 years, ALA has provided resources to inspire library and information professionals to transform their communities through essential programs and services. The ALA serves academic, public, school, government, and special libraries, advocating for the profession and the library's role in enhancing learning and ensuring access to information for all. For more information, visit www.ala.org.
Contact:
Marsha P. Burgess
Governance Officer
American Library Association
Governance Office
mburgess@ala.org800-545-2433 ext. 3204
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