Kingsburgh Welfare hosts successful book drive
The first step of the drive was to collect books.
The Covid-19 pandemic has exacerbated the previously existing inequalities in education. Studies have shown that children who were already at the most risk of being excluded from quality education have been most affected. This is what prompted Kingsburgh Child and Family Welfare to partner with Somelululwazi Creche in Umgababa, and to start a reading programme.
“The crèche is under-resourced, but has a lot of heart,” said chairperson of the welfare, Iris Canham. On a Wednesday and Friday afternoon it is abuzz with children from pre- and primary schools gathering for a feeding scheme and soon to sit and read, be read to and learn how to read.”
The first step of the drive was to collect books. Coinciding with Read Aloud Day in February, the book drive was launched where the community was asked to donate books to this worthy cause. The Lions Club of Kingsburgh was one of the early respondents. Followed by matric learner, Tarryn Dawson, who was eager to complete her community service with the welfare. Iris handed over the drive to Tarryn and her friend Mila Rezac giving them the remainder of the month to drive the campaign.
“In a short space of time, the enthusiastic learners were able to collect over 100 books and 100 educational toys. I cannot explain the looks on the owner, Thokozani Nxasane’s face and the little ones at the hand-over. She was expecting one box, bearing in mind that times are difficult. It is very inspiring to see something come together. Many people who did not have books or toys at home bought new ones to contribute to the reading programme. We still have plans to start a literacy programme in Warner Beach once we have sorted out logistics. We remain cognisant of the immediate needs right at our doorstep.”
The organisation thanks the Kingsburgh Lions Club for their long-standing dedication, commitment and support, as well as Tarryn Dawson, Mila Rezac and all who made contributions towards this project, the work and the general support of the society. For more information on the organisation, call 031-916-2274 on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 8am to 12pm. Wednesdays are dedicated to workshops and mental health sessions. ALSO READ: Kingsburgh Welfare continues to strengthen families in times of uncertainty
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