Kisima Community Library

Kisima: The Reading Well to Read Well.

Kisima means “Well” in Kiswahili, and as used in this project, it has two meanings.

As a noun, it means a Watering Place, a spa, or an abundant source: a well of information, and as an adverb, it means – in a good or satisfactory way, or in a thorough manner.

The Kisima Reading Well is designed to help children become better readers, equipping them with reading skills to develop a lifelong appreciation for reading and learning.

Kisima Community Library: Rafikistry believes in enhancing lives. In line with this belief, the community library serves as a crucial resource, offering access to books, educational materials, and workshops. This Library aims to foster learning, personal growth, and development, empowering individuals to transform their lives through knowledge and self- improvement

Impact Pathways

READING SESSIONS

We are deeply committed to nurturing a lifelong love for literature and language. Our reading sessions are carefully designed with age-appropriate texts tailored to their grade levels while their progress is regularly monitored. Learners also have access to a variety of storybooks that encourage a love for reading, improve their literacy skills and spark imagination and creativity.

HOMEWORK SUPPORT

At the Kisima Community Library, rather than simply giving answers, our volunteers guide learners through the homework support program by helping them with their assignments. During school terms, children are also welcome to visit the library after school for continued academic support.sig.

LIFESKILLS

Fridays at the library are dedicated for life skill sessions designed to support their personal growth and well-being. Covering topics such as: Personal hygiene, emotional resilience and other practical life lessons, these sessions empower children with knowledge and skills that help them make informed decisions and build healthy habits.

GIRLS LIBRARY DAY

To address the consistent trend of lower library attendance among young girls, we intentionally host a girls library day during the holiday season. Through tailored sessions in coding, STEM and mentorship, we empower girls to believe in their potential, pursue their ambitions and challenge limitations often placed on them by society.

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION

Our environmental sessions introduce children to the importance of caring for the world around them. Through engaging stories and interactive discussions, children gain knowledge about environmental conservation and sustainability. By teaching them everything they need to know about caring for our planet, we help them understand the direct impact they have on their surroundings and encourage them to protect it.

GAMES

To complement these lessons, children participate in a variety of interactive games and recreational activities. These experiences promote team work, critical thinking, creativity and social interaction while ensuring that children enjoy a balanced and engaging learning environment.

HOLIDAY CLOSURE TRIPS

To celebrate the end of holiday programs, we try to organize an educational trip for the children once in a while before they go back to school. Through these programs, Kisima Community Library creates a nurturing space where children can learn, grow and thrive both inside and outside the classroom

2025-2026 Impact Data

1034

Homework Support

221

Environmental Edducation

290

Lifeskills

190

Creative Games

329

Digital Literacy

576

Reading

233

Girls Library Day

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