At Chennai’s Vyasarpadi, this reading circle makes books accessible
An NGO called Aarvam has established a community reading circle in Vyasarpadi, Chennai, to make literature accessible to economically disadvantaged residents. The initiative has successfully encouraged local residents, including school dropouts and seniors, to engage with books as a recreational activity.
Why it matters
Community-led literacy initiatives play a vital role in social empowerment and bridging the educational gap in underserved urban areas.
For 23 years, a small corner of Chennai’s Vyasarpadi has been transforming into a makeshift library once a week. This week, it is Satyamoorthy Nagar Park’s turn.
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