I served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Zambia Africa from 2006-2008. I was working on a project with local community memebers to build a public library. I was unable to finish the project before the end of my contract. Leila is the new volunteer at my post, and she has been working tirelessly to try and complete this project. On December 5,2009 I am hosting a benefit, in which all proceeds will be
donated to complete the project. I hope to expand and continue to raise funds throughout the years to support this literacy project in Chadiza, Zambia. August 1,2010
Laila worked tirelessly to get the library set up before she returned to the states. 600lbs of books made their way to the village of Chadiza in March. Currently the books are being stored at a local business mans' house awaiting the hiring of a librarian. The room has been secured and all materials needed have been put in place. I am working on saving enough money to return to Zambia before the end of the year. I hope to connect with Ministry officials and spend my time there working to employ a librarian and getting the library to a point of functionality. New update from the Chadiza Public Librarian, Mr. Wezi
U can't imagine how few chairs and tables have become now due 2 a big turn out of people coming to study and with the kind of an increase in damand of book requests. Books being sought after are: Engeering books i.e hydraulic structures, electrical engeering, surveying, forestly economics, sociology,psychology,philosophy,law and business law books, Others include: project management and evaluation/planning, research methodology, business mathematics,advanced maths, political science/civic education, computer science/information technology, Art & Design, physical education and sports, novels such as by william wilbarfors, james hardly chase, if posible also African writers series and many more u may deem necesary in line with people's demands. Any day i wil be sent 4 orientation training with my assitant 2 chipata public library then 2 zambia library in lusaka. We strongly hope that u wil try 2find as many as posible of the requested classes of books. Have a briliant time and many blessings 2u,family and frnds surpotng the library.
