Educate. Engage.
Inspire.
We’re a nonprofit organisation that provides multilingual libraries and educational experiences for children in underserved communities.
We believe in a world where every child has the power to
shape their own story.
We harness the power of reading and education to improve the wellbeing and life prospects of children that are affected by social inequity. First, we set up multilingual libraries: safe, inspiring and warm spaces that are easy to access. Then, we make these spaces come alive through engaging workshops, events and readings.
Our libraries are in Berlin, Paris, Casablanca and Jinja.
Why
libraries?
Libraries are havens for learning and community that equip children with invaluable literacy skills.
They support the process of learning to read, and empower children with lifelong skills that help them contribute to their community.
We fill our libraries with books of all different languages so the children appreciate the diversity within their communities, and, in the case of many migrant children, can retain a sense of the home their family has left behind.
Our Core Program
We partner with local institutions such as schools, community centres and shelters, and use a tailored approach to support their communities with inclusive books and learning opportunities.
Connect with local institutions
We partner with local institutions such as schools, community centres and shelters. We work closely with their teams to get an in-depth insight into the needs of their community.
Install a Lilipad Library
Our partner institutions provide us with a space that we turn into a children’s library. Our libraries are stocked with multilingual storybooks and educational materials. If needed, Lilipad also provides textbooks either in the libraries or directly to the children.
Provide long-term support
Once our libraries are opened, we organise workshops, events, and external support to ensure they remain lively and engaging spaces. For our avid readers, our libraries are regularly restocked with new books.
