When I read, I will Know

Through reading clubs, competitions, and cultural education, this project empowers young readers to embrace knowledge, improve academic performance, and develop pride in their cultural identity.

    Promoting Literacy, Cultural Awareness, and Self-Empowerment in Underserved Communities

    Project Summary

    “When I Read, I Will Know” is a literacy-focused initiative by Dynamic Works Foundation aimed at fostering a strong reading culture among children and adolescents in underserved communities. By combining access to reading materials, mentorship, and culturally relevant storytelling, the project nurtures literacy skills, critical thinking, and self-expression—laying the foundation for lifelong learning and personal growth.

    Through reading clubs, competitions, and cultural education, this project empowers young readers to embrace knowledge, improve academic performance, and develop pride in their cultural identity.

    Project Goal

    To improve literacy rates and promote a culture of reading among children and adolescents in underserved regions, while using stories to instill values, cultural identity, and life skills.

    Objectives

    • To provide consistent access to age-appropriate, culturally relevant reading materials.
    • To establish reading clubs and literacy hubs in schools and communities.
    • To enhance comprehension, public speaking, and self-confidence among participants.
    • To foster pride in Ghanaian cultural heritage through storytelling and indigenous literature.
    • To engage parents and teachers in supporting reading at home and in schools.

    Key Activities

    1. Reading Club Setup
      • Establish reading clubs in target schools and communities across Greater Accra, Oti Region, and Northern Ghana.
      • Clubs meet weekly for guided reading, storytelling, and creative discussions.
    2. “Read Aloud, Speak Aloud” Competitions
      • Organize inter-school reading and public speaking contests to improve fluency and comprehension.
    3. Book Distribution Campaign
      • Provide storybooks, textbooks, and culturally inspired children’s books to schools and club members.
    4. Reading Ambassadors & Mentors
      • Train volunteers and older students as reading ambassadors to mentor younger readers and model positive reading habits.
    5. Storytime with Culture
      • Feature storytelling sessions focused on local folktales, proverbs, and values to strengthen identity and moral development.
    6. Parental Literacy Engagement Workshops
      • Educate parents on how to support their children’s reading journey at home—regardless of their literacy level.

    Target Beneficiaries

    • Children aged 6–15 in basic schools
    • Adolescents in underserved communities
    • Teachers, parents, and caregivers

    Expected Outcomes

    • Improved reading skills, comprehension, and academic performance among participants.
    • Increased confidence, self-expression, and cultural pride in children and adolescents.
    • Strengthened support systems for literacy in schools and homes.
    • Greater appreciation for books and storytelling as tools for empowerment.

    Sustainability Strategy

    • Integrate reading clubs into school co-curricular programs.
    • Establish mini-library corners and community book banks with local support.
    • Train teachers and PTA groups to continue literacy activities beyond the project cycle.

    Potential Partners

    • Ghana Education Service (GES)
    • Ghana Library Authority
    • Book Aid International
    • KGL Foundation
    • Local authors, publishers, and cultural institutions
    • PTA and school management committees