13+
years of literacy
experience
Changing lives
through reading
and writing
Through stories, workshops and publishing opportunities, Write4Life helps young people discover the joy of reading and the confidence to share their own voices.
Write4Life impact summary
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13+ years • Thousands reached • Hundreds of stories • Free mobile reading
Thousands
of young people
reached
Hundreds
of stories
published
Free
mobile access
to reading
Why Reading Matters
Reading changes lives.
We believe literacy begins with enjoyment. When young people discover stories they genuinely want to read and realise that their own stories matter, reading and writing become lifelong habits rather than classroom tasks. Through engaging stories, creative opportunities and supportive communities, we help young people build confidence, imagination and a lifelong love of learning.
When young people discover stories they genuinely want to read, reading and writing become lifelong habits. We help them build confidence, imagination and a love of learning.
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When young
people see their
world in stories,
they see
themselves.
What We Do
What We Do
Fundza.mobi
A free mobile library offering South African stories, blogs, interactive courses and opportunities for young people to publish their own writing.
Free stories, courses and publishing opportunities.
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Practical literacy programmes and workshops for schools, teachers, facilitators and community organisations that inspire reading, writing and creative expression.
Literacy workshops for schools, teachers and communities.
Learn morePublishing & Resources
Anthologies, children's books and educational resources that celebrate young voices and make reading and writing engaging, relevant and enjoyable.
Books and resources that celebrate young voices.
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Our Impact
Meaningful literacy outcomes.
Young people discovering stories
they genuinely want to read.
Young people developing confidence
to express their own ideas.
Opportunities for young writers
to see and share their work.
Free and relevant literacy resources
through Fundza.mobi.
Latest News
Stories, updates & milestones
Write4Life Welcomes Fundza.mobi
Write4Life is delighted to announce that we have been entrusted with the fundza.mobi platform and will be incorporating it into our programmes. While it is deeply sad that the Fundza…
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Writing talent at Bhongolethu Primary
On October 23rd Write4Life ran a writing workshop with Grade 7s and Grade 6’s at Bhongolethu Primary in Masiphumelele, Cape Town. Write4Life is always keen to tailor its…
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Rise Above! Creative Writing in Lavender Hill
Rise Above! Creative Writing in Lavender Hill This October, Write4Life was invited by the team at Rise Above Development (RAD) to run a creative writing workshop as part…
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Stronger together,
greater impact.
Write4Life partners with schools, NGOs, publishers, literacy organisations and community groups to expand opportunities for young people to read, write and share their stories.
Partners
Help us grow a new generation of readers and writers.
Whether you're a teacher, school, organisation, donor or volunteer, we'd love to work with you.
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