The Facts

“Literacy is not a luxury, it is a right and a responsibility. If our world is to meet the challenges of the twenty-first century we must harness the energy and creativity of all of our citizens.”
—Bill Clinton

Sierra Leone’s literacy rate is 38%. This means that roughly two thirds of the adult population is illiterate.

So how is SOSL tackling the illiteracy crisis?

In 2008 in partnership with ST Foundations' Digital Unify Program, SOSL launched a nationwide computer literacy program with computer centers in various academic institutions throughout Sierra Leone: Annie Walsh, Albert Academy, Fourah Bay College and FAWE. During the day, the program is offered to students. During, the evening, the centers open up to the parents and members within the school communities. To date, we have an outreach of over 6,000 individuals annually.

Meanwhile, in the rural community of Muddy Lotus with just $2,500 donated by Darlene Frank, SOSL has also launched an adult literacy program giving the adults in Muddy Lotus a real chance at a successful and self-sufficient future.

How can you contribute to the campaign to eradicate illiteracy?

Currently at our adult literacy program in Muddy Lotus, our teacher is working without any salary. To maintain this incredible program, we are seeking a total of $2,500 to fund the instructor salary and the necessary supplies.
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