Motherly Heart Organisation

26/08/2026

Dolly Parton contributed to literacy and reading access, and her organisation mailed over 300 million free books to children worldwide.
Thank you, for contributing to literacy.

22/08/2026

21/08/2026

As we celebrate three years of existence, we are thrilled to give you a glimpse into our literacy program's reach!

12/08/2026

The messages children hear and see as they play and move around the compound shape the way they think and understand the world. Menstruation is worth talking about in our everyday conversations openly, naturally, and without shame.

02/08/2026

01/08/2026

Most people see a children's library as a place to read books. At Motherly Heart, we see it differently.

As educator Paulo Freire said, "Reading the world always precedes reading the word." To us, a library is a place where children learn beyond the classroom, build confidence, ask questions, discover their potential, and develop a lifelong love for reading.

Every two weeks, our children present the books they have read in English and, when needed, in their local language. These presentations deepen understanding, strengthen communication skills, and encourage children to learn from one another.

Over time, we have watched quiet children become confident speakers. We have seen children realise they know more than they thought, inspire their peers, and become eager to read even more books.

At Motherly Heart, our library is not just a room with books, it is a place where curiosity is nurtured, confidence is built, and futures begin.

31/07/2026

Today at the Girls Club at Dabani Boys Primary School, we explored a simple but powerful question: Does money grow on trees?

The answer sparked meaningful conversations about where money really comes from and the importance of earning, saving, budgeting, and planning for the future.

By introducing adolescent girls to financial literacy, we are equipping them with the knowledge and confidence to make informed financial decisions, manage resources wisely, and build a brighter future. Financial literacy is not just about money, it is about empowering girls to dream, plan, and achieve financial goals.

25/07/2026

Over the past few years, we have witnessed the transformative power of books in the lives of children. We have watched children grow from reading a single word to understanding stories, expanding their vocabulary, and expressing themselves with confidence. We have seen shy girls blossom into confident readers who can narrate stories, translate them into their local language, and share the valuable lessons they have learned with others.

These experiences have shown us that reading beyond the classroom is not just an extra activity it is an essential part of a child's education and personal development

15/07/2026

MHO Mid-Year Recap

As we reflect on the first half of 2026, we celebrate lives transformed through education, the girls who have remained in school, and the confidence, hope, and happiness they have gained along the way.

Through our key thematic areas of literacy, health, and gender equality, we have helped girls stay in school, build confidence, and develop a sense of their potential. Working at the grassroots level, we placed books in girls' hands, read together, and nurtured a love for learning that is opening doors to brighter futures.

We addressed menstrual health challenges by equipping girls with practical skills to make and access reusable menstrual pads, helping them manage their periods with dignity and reducing barriers to school attendance.

Most importantly, we created safe spaces where girls found their voices, discovered their strengths, and learned that their dreams matter. These spaces continue to play a vital role in preventing early marriage and teenage pregnancy by empowering girls with knowledge, confidence, and the support they need to make informed choices.