Room to Read

Room to Read is breaking the cycle of childhood illiteracy and poverty in a single generation. We know how to solve the illiteracy crisis. Room to Read's approach not only works for all children - it works at scale.

Our innovative Literacy Program results in some of the strongest positive learning outcomes in the sector and is the only global literacy organization that effectively combines these three core elements: effective literacy instruction, engaging, child-friendly libraries, and quality, local language children's books.

Our Girls' Education Program is one of the longest interventions of its kind, providing support from Grades 6 - 12 when girls are especially at risk of falling behind or dropping out of school entirely. The depth of our engagement allows girls to strengthen their life skills as they advance, fostering better long-term outcomes for girls to succeed in their education and lives after graduation. Girls receive a contextualized program based on need and grade level that consists of four main components: Life Skills Education, Individual Mentorship, Community Engagement, Material Support.