Giving Back This Holiday Season
The holiday season is here—a time for joy, gratitude, and giving back. This year, Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (UWRF) and the Literasi Anak Indonesia Foundation (YLAI) are teaming up to raise funds for a cause close to my heart: building 5 Child-Friendly Libraries in Gianyar, Bali.
Education and literacy are powerful tools for change. Yet, for many children in Indonesia, access to safe, engaging, and resourceful learning spaces is still limited. By supporting this initiative, we can create a brighter future for the next generation, one book and one library at a time.
Why Child-Friendly Libraries Matter
Libraries are more than just a place for books. They are havens for imagination, creativity, and opportunity. Child-friendly libraries:
Foster a love for reading by providing age-appropriate books and fun learning materials.
Create safe and inclusive spaces for children to explore their curiosity.
Empower communities by encouraging literacy, which opens doors to better opportunities in the future.
In Gianyar, a region brimming with culture and potential, these libraries will give children the resources they need to dream bigger, learn better, and achieve more.
How You Can Help
This holiday season, you can make a direct impact by contributing to this meaningful cause.
Your donation will go towards:
Building and furnishing the 5 libraries.
Providing books, learning materials, and educational tools.
Training local facilitators to create engaging reading activities for children.
Every contribution, no matter how big or small, brings us one step closer to empowering children in Gianyar with the gift of literacy.
Ready to give back? Donate today through the link below:
Support 5 Child-Friendly Libraries in Gianyar
Make This Season About Giving
The spirit of the holidays lies in spreading kindness and hope. By supporting this fundraising effort, you’re not just donating—you’re investing in the dreams and futures of children who deserve the chance to learn, grow, and succeed. Let’s come together to make a difference. Share this initiative with your friends, family, and anyone who believes in the power of literacy and education. Thank you for being part of this journey to create a better, more literate future, especially in Indonesia.
Happy Holidays and happy giving!
#LaksmiforLiteracy
This initiative is part of my ongoing campaign, #LaksmiforLiteracy, which I started after winning Puteri Indonesia in 2022. Through this campaign, I aim to raise awareness about the importance of literacy and education as a fundamental right for every child. #LaksmiforLiteracy advocates for improved access to learning resources, promotes reading programs, and works to create sustainable literacy-friendly environments in underserved communities. Together, we can inspire children to discover the joy of reading and give them the tools they need to build a brighter future.
For updates on #LaksmiforLiteracy activities and updates join the Instagram broadcast channel.
About Literasi Anak Indonesia Foundation
The Literasi Anak Indonesia Foundation (YLAI) is dedicated to improving literacy among children across Indonesia. Their programs provide access to books, education, and community support to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.
For more information or to contribute directly, visit literasi.org.
Let's spread love, knowledge, and the joy of giving this holiday season!
