Under the Reading Tree is committed to working alongside local organizations who know their communities best and can provide the ongoing support our libraries need to flourish. Our work wouldn't be possible with our partners in Uganda and Tanzania, and we're grateful for their hard work and expertise.
National Library of Uganda (NLU)
Kampala, Uganda
www.nlu.go.ug
The National Library of Uganda is the Ugandan government's agency responsible for setting national policy on public and community libraries. Through assistance with national and international partners, the NLU promotes reading culture through book promotion events, development of school and community libraries and sourcing both donated and purchased books.
Uganda Community Libraries Association (UgCLA)
Kampala, Uganda
www.ugcla.org
UgCLA began its operations as a committee of the National Book Trust of Uganda, and was successfully granted independent status as an NGO in July 2007. The association provides assistance for member individuals and groups that have started, or wish to start, libraries in their communities. UgCLA is a key UTRT partner in helping us identify candidates for new projects and monitoring the needs, challenges and successes of existing UTRT libraries in Uganda.
Tanga Youth Development Association (TAYODEA)
Tanga, Tanzania
www.tayodea.org
TAYODEA is a local, non-governmental organization focusing on improving the social and economic well being of the Tanga Region, Tanzania in East Africa. With a focus on providing opportunities and leadership training for youth, TAYODEA has been instrumental in making UTRT's Kwekitui project successful.