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Afrelib Trust Sustainable Library Development Project

  Help transform libraries in Africa to vibrant learning and innovation hubs

Why your support matters?

  • African Community Problems

    Communities face huge challenges in the areas of climate/environment, education, health and as a consequence are not able to achieve sustainable living and communal well-being.

  • Literacy, Skills, Knowledge and Creativity

    We envision that sustainable community libraries can serve as the place to bring all these together

  • Library Statistics Nigeria

    There are about 290 public libraries. That’s 0.15 per 100,000 people. Global average is 6.4 That is a huge gap that needs to be filled.

  • Target outcomes and services

    Access - provide library services to at least 3 local government areas.
    Training - Literacy and green skills programs to schools and adults
    Collection - Curate special collections on sustainability and environment

 FAQs

  • The project involves the design, research, education and building of sustainable/green community libraries across African regions.

    The first is planned for Ibadan, Nigeria and the target is to have it opened in 2026.

  • The physical library will serve over 200,000 people who live in the community and surrounding areas. With the e-Library and digital resources we aim to reach all learning communities in Africa and globally.

  • We have appointed a board of advisors and overseers who will ensure the project's objectives are achieved and resources including funds are used wisely and efficiently.

  • To achieve long term economic viability, our funding goal is between $50K to $200K per year over the next 3 years. The project will be financed using partner and sponsor contributions, grants, and green/sustainability investment schemes.

    Contact us to discuss how you can support and get involved: afrelibproject@gmail.com