Empowering Minds

"Building libraries to foster learning and opportunity in Togo."

Togo Library Project

“Books build bridges. Education plants roots.”

Our
Why

In partnership with Stitching Talents and YAGE, the Raíces Foundation co-founded a library named MIVA in Togo to create long-term educational opportunities for children and families. Many children in this rural region have limited access to books and school supplies. By providing a space filled with knowledge and encouragement, we are investing in future leaders and dreamers.

“Every child deserves to learn, dream, and lead.”

Our Work

Community Impact

Community Library

A safe, welcoming space with a variety of books in English, French, and other languages.

Local Partnerships

Collaborating with grassroots organizations for long-term support.

Supply Donations

Collecting and shipping supplies from around the world.

Literacy Programs (IP)

Our next step is developing activities and curriculum.

*IP = In Progress

Why This Matters

773 M

Adults — two-thirds of whom are women — still lack basic literacy skills (UNESCO Institute for Statistics, n.d.).

1 in 5

Youths can't read
even though literacy is rising in low-income countries like Togo (Our World in Data, n.d.).

~85%

Of the world can read, but literacy quality remains a major issue—many people can read but not functionally comprehend complex texts (National Literacy Institute, 2024).