Hear from Natasha Agarwal, a 17-year-old powerhouse and founder of the nonprofit Believe in Books. Join us as we delve into Natasha's journey from observing the dire need for literacy resources during the COVID-19 pandemic to spearheading a national movement that has successfully distributed over 175,000 books to underserved children.
We explore the critical role of youth leadership in advocating for early literacy, and Natasha sheds light on the challenges of book deserts—regions with limited access to reading materials. She shares her innovative initiatives, including Page Turner, designed to assist children who lack adult readers at home, and discusses her recently published book, "Tales of African Women Trailblazers," which aims to inspire young girls across Africa.
This episode is a powerful reminder of the impact one young leader can have through community service, advocacy, and storytelling. Tune in to discover how we can all join the fight against book bans and champion literacy for the next generation, and learn how to take action today—because there’s no better time to be a catalyst for change than now.
Learn more about Natasha's work at https://www.believenbooks.org/.
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