Children excitedly reading books donated to them by UKZN.UKZN Library Staff Donate Books to Children on Mandela Day
In the spirit of uplifting and empowering others on Mandela Day, staff of the UKZN Pietermaritzburg campus Libraries embarked on an initiative to encourage literacy among the less fortunate by donating new or used books, in good condition, to the SOS Children’s Village at The Grange in Pietermaritzburg.
About 125 children of varying ages received books and magazines to encourage them to read, learn and pursue an education.
Staff went to the village to hand over the books and to meet the children and it proved to be a pleasant and enlightening visit for everyone involved. Children and staff at the home were welcoming and appreciated the additional reading material for their small library.
Reading opens young minds to endless possibilities and is a priceless tool which encourages and empowers individuals to reach for their dreams.
Together here are (from left) UKZN Library staff Fanele Mkhize; Shanitha Bhim; Jabu Mshengu; Themba Nkuna; Jillian Viljoen; Nonhlanhla Ngcobo; Dr Praversh Sukram; with thee Director of the SOS Children’s Village, Michelle King, and Goitsemang Ncongwane.
Jillian Viljoen
