Empowering communities to achieve sustainable growth and improved quality of life.

Natubelenge Children's Library

About us

Our Story

Natubelenge Children’s Library was born out of pure love for children and the desire to improve the quality of their lives. It is a community-centered charity organization that was started in 2015 by two friends (Nachizo and Mainess). It first started as an open-air library under a mango tree in the backyard and later graduated into an actual library with walls after realizing the high levels of illiteracy and the poor reading culture amongst children in communities.

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Our Mission

To provide educational resources and capacity-building opportunities that enhance  education, economic status, and personal growth for children and young adults in underserved communities.

Our Vision

Dynamic and inclusive centers of knowledge and recreation that empower communities. Promoting long-life learning, social cohesion, and well-being.

Our services

Literacy Classes

Illiteracy levels are high in our community, especially among growing children. This has manifested in ignorance, poor reading culture and slow learning progress. The consequences of illiteracy are many and harmful in several aspects.

Arts & crafts

Our Children's Arts & Crafts sessions are crafted to inspire curiosity and unleash the creative potential within each child. From finger painting to paper folding, every project is a journey that encourages experimentation, self-expression, and the joy of bringing imagination to life.

Reading camps

Natubelenge reading camps are play-based reading intervention camps. Activities are designed to help children develop a love for reading. Beyond the joy of reading, our camps offer an abundance of engaging activities.

Storytime Sessions

We transform the art of storytelling into an enchanting adventure for children, that sparks their imaginations and fosters a lifelong love for books. Where every story is a magical portal to boundless worlds of wonder!

Native games

Step into a world where the thrill of friendly competitions fill the air. Join us for children's Native Games, where tradition meets playfulness in a safe environment. Beyond books, we celebrate the heritage of play, offering a haven for children to connect

Board games

Fridays at our library are purely for winding down and socialisation. We offer a range of Board games that provide an engaging and educational way for children to have fun while developing various skills.

Book lending

Due to the frequent temporal government-mandated closures caused by the covid-19 pandemic, in 2019, our library came up with a book lending program, that allows parents/guardians to borrow books on behalf of their children.

Digital Mondays

In a world that is constantly changing especially technologically, children should not be left behind. Join us for Digital Mondays, an exciting weekly adventure that introduces young minds to technology.

Our Partners

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MEET THE TEAM

Driven by a passionate team of youths, we combine diverse educational backgrounds and leadership. Creating safe and inspiring spaces for children and young people to explore the world of books, develop lifelong learning habits, and build a strong foundation for personal growth. Beyond literacy, we promote health and wellness, improve economic opportunities, and encourage volunteerism. Through these efforts, we aim to nurture communities that value education, well-being, and active civic engagement for a brighter future.

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