Support READ Foundation's Around the Corner Appeal

Help Children Return to School

As the new academic year begins, many of us are preparing our children for their return to school. However, for countless children in Lebanon, Yemen, Bangladesh, and Pakistan, the opportunity to learn remains a distant dream. 

READ Foundation's Around the Corner appeal aims to change this by providing essential educational resources and infrastructure to those in need.

The Situation

Lebanon:

Over 50% of Syrian refugee children living in refugee camps in Lebanon are out of school due to economic hardships, overcrowded public schools, and a lack of facilities within the camps.

Yemen: 

The ongoing conflict has left 2 million children without access to education, with many schools damaged or destroyed.

Bangladesh: 

Despite progress, 4 million children remain out of school, often forced into child labour due to poverty. Climate-related disasters also make access to schools difficult.

Pakistan: 

With 22.8 million children out of school, one of the highest rates in the world, cultural norms and security concerns further hinder education, especially for girls.

What READ Foundation is Doing

School on a Bus in Lebanon: 

Mobile classrooms reach children living in refugee camps who cannot access traditional schools.

School on a Boat in Bangladesh: 

Innovative solutions such as boats ensure education continues despite natural disasters. Our boats act as mobile classrooms, reaching those living in rural areas surrounded by water.

Building Schools in Yemen and Pakistan: 

Constructing safe learning environments to provide long-term educational opportunities. We're rebuilding schools, ensuring proper hygiene and WASH facilities, and much more.

Why Your Support Matters

Education is not just about learning; it's about transforming futures. Every additional year of schooling can increase a child's earnings by up to 10% and significantly reduce child marriage rates. 

By supporting our programmes, you're not just funding education—you're fostering resilience, breaking cycles of poverty, and building a more just world.

How You Can Help

Your donation can make a significant impact:
£15: Supports a school on a bus or boat
£20: Provides a child with a school uniform
£30: Provides a child with a backpack and school supplies
 

Imagine the joy of seeing your child return to school, ready to learn and grow. 

Now, imagine giving that same opportunity to an impoverished child who might otherwise miss out. Join us in our mission to ensure every child has access to education. 

Donate now and help us transform lives, one child at a time.