Ethiopia Reads’ mission is to create a culture of reading in Ethiopia.

Our vision is to empower and strengthen communities through the teaching and learning of reading. We believe providing books, libraries, and trained librarians that engage students’ minds will lead to a more resourceful generation of leaders in Ethiopia.

Ethiopia Reads brings reading to children wherever they are even in the most remote places.

Ethiopia Reads has planted over 80 libraries in every region of Ethiopia. Where there are no roads, Ethiopia Reads deploys a teacher on a horse to reach children who have never held a book.

Ethiopia Reads sponsors reading and book events such as Family Literacy days that attract families and community members. Librarians on horseback find themselves surrounded by children, parents, and elders listening to the stories and instruction.

Ethiopia Reads trains staff which in turn train librarians to bring quality instruction to children.

Ethiopia Reads has impacted over one million children throughout the Ethiopia. The organization serves as a model for others to follow in support of the next generation of Ethiopian parents, teachers, and leaders.