Library Aid International in Burnie, Tasmania | Non-profit organisation

Library Aid International

Locality: Burnie, Tasmania

Phone: +61 3 6437 1000

Address: PO Box 1474 7320 Burnie, TAS, Australia

Website: http://www.libraryaid.org

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25.01.2022 THE PRIVILEGE OF EDUCATION ( An edited version of the introduction to 'The 85 Best Quotes About Education' by Steve Mueller http://www.planetofusccess.com/blog/ ) "Education truly is a privilege. With more than 70 million children around the world who have no access to primary education, it becomes obvious that not all are guaranteed the right to education. As a result, more than 700 million adults cannot read or write. Consequently, they lack the basic principles that cou...ld help them to improve their living conditions. "What happens when you deprive millions of their right to education can be seen all around the world. Poverty, trafficking, slavery, and diseases that could be avoided are often the results of a lack of education. Similarly, individuals who are illiterate are more likely to be susceptible to victimisation. "Many of us think of education as a right. However, when keeping the above figures in mind, it becomes clear that it is more than a right; it’s a privilege. At the same time, education does not stop once you’ve graduated. Instead, learning, growing, and educating yourself is a lifelong process. It will never stop. "If it’s done right, education inspires young minds to envision a brighter future. Not only that but it also gives them the necessary tools and skills to confidently make that vision a reality. "With the right education and perhaps even the right teacher or guide on your side, anything is possible. Education empowers youth and motivates them to strive to reach their full potential. Even more so, it gives young individuals the necessary skill set to address the challenges and problems of the future." See more

24.01.2022 ZIMBABWE TEACHER SITUATION Here is the latest on the teacher situation in Zimbabwe https://www.voanews.com//zimbabwe-teachers-reject-promised... https://allafrica.com/stories/202011110428.html https://allafrica.com/stories/202011110786.html https://theconversation.com/more-children-in-zimbabwe-are-w

21.01.2022 30 March 2021 Library Aid International P. O Box 1474 Burnie Tasmania 7320 Australia Dear Sir, ... RE: DONATION OF 15 BOXES OF BOOKS The above matter refers. On behalf of Gwanda State University (GSU) Library, I acknowledge receipt of 15 boxes of books amounting to 805 copies covering the broad areas of tertiary vocational, university miscellaneous, readers digest, and Christian resources. I would therefore like to take this opportunity to thank you for the literature as we work to improve the library collection. We look forward to further collaborations with Library Aid International. Yours Sincerely Prof D Z Moyo VICE-CHANCELLOR See more

19.01.2022 OVERVIEW OF LIBRARY AID INTERNATIONAL

18.01.2022 LIBRARY AID ARTICLE IN 'INSPIRE' JANUARY 2021 PUBLICATION Please click the following link to take you to 'The Power of a Book' article in the Health and Development Aid Abroad 'Inspire' publication. https://www.dropbox.com//Inspire%20Edition%2080%20-%20Janu

18.01.2022 TEACHING ENGLISH TEACHER RESOURCES Thank you to Leoni R., a retired teacher from Sheffield for donating her collection of teaching English as a second language and other books. A list of (used) books and school supplies that we can send in our next shipping container to needy schools overseas can be found on our website at https://libraryaid.org/assets/lai-book-types-web.pdf... Photo by dodgertonskillhause at Morguefile.com

15.01.2022 THINGS ARE MOVING IN ZIMBABWE WITH DISTRIBUTION OF SHIPPING CONTAINER CONTENTS Our contact in Zimbabwe reports: With easing COVID-19 restrictions, the distribution of books and computers in Matabeleland South Province has resumed since schools started to open from 15 March 2021. 21 boxes of books (as samples), pencils and stationery as well as computers were sent to the Provincial Education Director in Gwanda, about 150 kilometres from Bulawayo. ... 15 boxes of books were delivered to the Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Polytechnic in Gwanda. 15 boxes of books were delivered to the Gwanda State University Library in Filabusi; about 105 kilometres from Bulawayo. 4 boxes of books were delivered to the National University of Science and Technology Library in Bulawayo. See more

15.01.2022 WHAT IS THE MEANING OF RESPONSIBILITY? "To be responsible is to be proactive in the world, to be sensitive to the interconnections, and to be willing to do something constructive, as a way of giving back." - Wayne Visser... The following is an extract from Wayne Visser's book, 'The Age of Responsibility.' It is used with permission. We hope you find it thought-provoking and inspiring. If the words resonate, Wayne is happy for you to share it with your friends. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLA1mP6OLtE&feature=youtu.be Wayne Visser Library Aid International Inc is only a small group of volunteers in Burnie, Tasmania. But it has big (international) aspirations to provide used books and educational materials to needy schools in developing countries. We do what we can depending on donations of books and finances. For more information, please see https://libraryaid.org which includes a Donations Page.

15.01.2022 NEXT CONTAINER IS GETTING FULLER Our next (eighth) 6-metre/20 foot shipping container to be sent tor Cape Town, South Africa to be distributed to needy schools by Rotary Clubs and other organisations and 'My Father's House' Community Project is now 65% full. Thanks to the long-term volunteers and the new volunteers who are now well settled into their roles. Books are sorted into the following categories: PRE-SCHOOL... BIG BOOKS PRIMARY SCHOOL Fiction Non-fiction Teaching Resources Educational Materials (not reading books) Textbooks Reference LITERACY READERS HIGH SCHOOL Fiction Non-fiction Teaching Resources Educational Materials (not reading books) Textbooks Reference UNIVERSITY/VOCATIONAL (Adult) CHRISTIAN RESOURCES (Adult) Do you and/or your extended family have books in these categories that are no longer needed? If so, we would be pleased to hear from you.

10.01.2022 UPDATE ON LIBRARY AID SHIPMENT TO ZIMBABWE The following update comes from Dr Themba Bulle, a Zimbabwean GP and local Government Councillor in Burnie, Tasmania who is organising the distribution of the container load of educational resources to needy schools through his friends in Zimbabwe. "The Zimbabwe political, COViD 19 and teachers strike situation has not improved but we expect relaxation of regulations starting this week.... We confirmed that the books are at Mr M's property at K5 Mzilikazi, Bulawayo and the empty container is at another of Mr M's properties in Umguza, Bulawayo. We intend this week to make arrangements for the Church-related materials to be collected. Mr M will be getting in touch with the relevant recipients. This will be followed by delivery of books to the Bulawayo and Matabeleland North Ministry of Education Head offices in Bulawayo. Delivery of books to Matebeland South will be last. Thank you for your patience. Delays have been caused by issues beyond our control. We beg your patience in this matter." See more

10.01.2022 8 January 2020 Library Aid International c/- Friends of Dr Themba Bulle... RE: ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF DONATION OF TEACHING AND LEARNING MATERIALS: LIBRARY AID INTERNATIONAL This letter serves to acknowledge your donation of 10 computers and 18 sample boxes grouped as follows: - PRIMARY SCHOOLS Stationery and Pencils Christian Resources Books Primary School Fiction Books Primary School Nonfiction Books Primary School Text Books Primary School Reference Books Teachers' Resources Books Educational Resources Pre- School Books Literacy Readers' Books Big Books SECONDARY SCHOOLS High School Fiction Books High School Nonfiction Books High School Text Books High School Reference Books Christian Resources Books Teachers Resources Books Educational Resources Books The donation will go a long way towards improving access t, , quality education in the province. On behalf of the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education Matabeleland North Province, I would like to express our profound gratitude for such a worthy donation. Your continued support is of paramount importance not only to the province out the nation as a whole. Mpofu J.A. Provincial Education Director Matabeleland North

09.01.2022 SCHOOL HOLDS BOOK WEEK ACTIVITY FOR LIBRARY AID INTERNATIONAL Angela Britten-Toll, Library Technician at Princes Street Primary School in Sandy Bay, Hobart writes: "What a fantastic Book Week we have had at Princes Street Primary this year. Our Library leaders made a decision to try and support other communities in the wider world as a response to the difficulties that we have all experienced with Covid-19. Other than exploring activities such as in class book parades, chalk ...drawings, book sharing and engaging with curious creatures, wild minds, we managed to raise $123.20 in donations and 9 small boxes of books for Library Aid International." Thank you Princes Street Primary School.

08.01.2022 PRESIDENT'S REPORT 2019/2020 PRESENTED AT OUR RECENT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear Psalm 46: 1-2 We started the year with the sad news that committee member Bob Ferguson was found deceased in his unit. Bob had been on the committee for 5 years and has been greatly missed. We had a request to send another container full of books and educational materials to Zimbabwe. After negotiations, we...Continue reading

08.01.2022 The Library Aid International building re-opens on Tuesday, February 2, 2021. It will be open on Tuesdays and Fridays.The Library Aid International building re-opens on Tuesday, February 2, 2021. It will be open on Tuesdays and Fridays.

03.01.2022 WOMEN OF AFRICA Library Aid International plan to send their next (eighth) shipping container of used books and educational resources to Cape Town, South Africa for distribution to needy schools and a community development project. African society is largely a patriarchal one in which women are hardly praised or celebrated. While the breadwinner is often praised, the breadmaker is barely noticed.... In the following video poem, Wayne Visser honours the female folk of Africa for the several traditional roles and the numerous responsibilities they undertake. The video poem (click link) adds to the usual written poetry we are used to through the use of visual images and emphasis, tone and rhythm of the spoken word by the actual author. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9p9xwOCU4VE What do you think? The video poem and the images below (paintings by Wayne) are used with permission. Wayne Visser