Every year on the 8th of September, the world comes together to celebrate International Literacy Day. UNESCO created this day back in 1967 as a powerful reminder to world leaders, policymakers, educators and the public of the importance of literacy and lifelong learning in the everyday lives of adult citizens worldwide.
Continuous learning expands further to the promotion of a just, peaceful and sustainable society. Lebone Litho, a book printing and binding company is on board with these ideals.
The theme for 2024 is “Promoting multilingual education: literacy for mutual understanding and peace.” This theme is particularly significant in South Africa given our diverse range of languages and our ongoing efforts to combat illiteracy.
Let us take a look at the importance of improving literacy rates in our country and Lebone Litho Printer’s commitment to a literate SA.
Aiming for a Brighter Future in South Africa
Literacy is so much more than just learning to read and write. Being literate is the key that opens doors to a full range of opportunities, including the following:
- Personal growth and development: Explore new ideas, learn new facts, and generally expand your horizons.
- Improved health and well-being: Being literate means you have better access to health information, which can lead to better decisions about your and your family’s health and well-being.
- Involved citizenship: Presents opportunities to get involved in local and national communities, vote, voice better opinions and be in a better position to fight for your rights.
- Economic opportunities: Literacy is essential for most jobs and can lead to higher incomes and better career prospects.
- Cultural involvement: The enjoyment of art, literature and other artistic expressions is enriched.
Our Commitment to Literacy
At Litho Libone Printers, we understand the vital importance of being able to comprehend and engage with the written word. As a proudly South African company, we are committed to contributing to a more literate nation. We firmly believe that every individual in our country deserves access to the knowledge and advancement that literacy brings.
To this end, we invite educational institutions and other organisations that support literacy initiatives in South Africa to contact us to discuss how we can help. We are equipped to handle all types of printing projects across all of our languages. By investing in literacy programs, we aim to have a positive impact on the lives of the over 4 million illiterate adults in South Africa.
Let us work together to create a brighter future for all our citizens. Contact Lebone Litho Printers today to find out more about our book printing and binding services and what we can do to support your literacy initiatives as we celebrate International Literacy Day.
