RESOURCES
Mobile Libraries Around the World:
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Brought to you by PBS POV, viewers can add their own story to the Google map to let people know about different types of mobile libraries.
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Room to Read:
This organization seeks to transform the lives of millions of children in low-income countries by focusing on literacy and gender equality in education. Working in collaboration with local communities, partner organizations and governments, the organization seeks to develop literacy skills and a habit of reading among primary school children, and support girls to complete secondary school with the relevant life skills to succeed in school and beyond.
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Community Learning International:
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This organization is deeply committed to reducing the consequences of poverty in Laos. From running library boats and learning centers to school construction, all our projects are designed to support one another.
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Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation's Global Intiative:
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The grants will help each country plan for or provide free information technology services and training in public libraries and reading rooms. The grants are part of the foundation’s Global Libraries initiative, which is expected to invest $328 million over seven years to support computer and Internet access in public libraries in 12 to 15 countries.
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The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA):
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The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) is the leading international body representing the interests of library and information services and their users. It is the global voice of the library and information profession.
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READ Global establishes community library and resource centers (READ Centers) by partnering with rural communities in South Asia, where a majority of women are illiterate, and most families live below the poverty line.
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UNICEF works hard day-in day-out, in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the children who are most at risk and most in need. Delivering results for every child is UNICEF’s driving force.
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