Community Library
Our library initiative is dedicated to supporting underserved children in the Mahanagar area, alongside the staff of Mamta-HIMC and their families, as well as the neighboring slum communities. We are committed to fostering a rich reading environment that encourages the development of reading habits among community members of all ages.
To achieve this, we focus on creating safe and welcoming spaces that prioritize inclusivity and accessibility, ensuring that everyone can experience the joy and tranquility that comes from engaging with books. Our programs include storytelling sessions, reading clubs, and workshops designed to ignite a passion for literature and education. Additionally, we strive to remove barriers to access by providing free resources and materials to those who may not have had the opportunity to explore the world of reading otherwise. Through these efforts, we aim to nurture a love for learning and self-discovery, ultimately empowering our community members to grow and thrive.
11 Krishna Colony,
Mahanagar,
Lucknow,
Uttar Pradesh – 226006
Library Contact: Amit Kumar Yadav
Contact Email: docamityadav@gmail.com
Library Staff Members | 3 |
Library Member Strength | 40 |
Gender Breakdown of Members | N.I.L. |
Age Groups Served | 5yrs to 10yrs, 10yrs to 14yrs, 14yrs to 18yrs, 18yrs to 21yrs, 21yrs and above |
Library Branches | 1 |
Villages/Clusters Served | 1 village, 300 people |
Book Collection Size | 200 |
Type of Books in Collection | Picture Books by Eklavya, Tulika, Kahini |
Average Daily Footfalls | -Not Provided- |
Types of Reading Programs | Read Aloud, Storytelling, Book Talks, Early Learning/Foundational Literacy, Activity, Book-Related Games. |
Other Library Programs | -N.I.L.- |
Presence of Various Library Policies (enrollment/admission, safety, anti-discrimination & inclusion guidelines etc) | Yes, When we give books to children to take home, we make them enter the book in Register. Secondly, we also take care of enrollment, admission, security, we make some guidelines with the children and share these guidelines with the children and follow them together. |