About the founder (Noz)
Nozuko Mzamo is a passionate advocate for education and youth empowerment with a deep commitment to bridging the educational divide in underserved communities. As a leader within the Educubed Foundation, she brings a wealth of experience in strategic program development and a strong focus on literacy and skills development. With her extensive background in education and community upliftment, Nozuko plays a pivotal role in driving initiatives that empower students and educators, fostering environments where learners can thrive and reach their full potential.
Alignment with Sustainable Development Goals
▼ Quality Education (SDG 4):
Focus: Ensuring inclusive, equitable, and quality education for all.
READPower’s contribution: Enhancing literacy rates and improving educational outcomes by providing access to books and resources, promoting lifelong learning opportunities, and fostering a love for reading.
▼ Access to Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG 7):
Focus: Ensuring access to reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all.
READPower’s contribution: Promoting the use of solar-powered lighting solutions to improve literacy in areas with unreliable electricity.
▼ Inclusive and Sustainable Economic Growth (SDG 8):
Focus: Promoting sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.
READPower’s contribution: Developing skills vital for economic participation and growth, particularly in marginalized communities.
▼ Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10):
Focus: Reducing inequality within and among countries.
READPower’s contribution: Bridging the educational gap by reaching underserved communities and reducing inequalities in access to quality education and resources.
▼ Climate Action (SDG 13):
Focus: Taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.
READPower’s contribution: Implementing sustainable practices such as using eco-friendly materials and promoting energy-efficient solutions. Additionally, the program raises awareness about environmental issues through educational programs and encourages communities to engage in environmentally responsible behaviors.
The #READPower Programme is an ideal partnership opportunity for both individuals and corporates in order to make a positive impact in improving the national literacy rate and addressing the youth unemployment rate in the country.
