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The Literacy Workshop

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Idea Submission for The People's Money:
Funding a reading or literacy program that can operate on afterschool or weekends to help youth (aged 6-13) to help their literacy levels.
What is the problem your idea aims to address?
Education is a gateway outside of poverty and is a way families can escape dangerous neighborhood + situations. Schools are already at max when it comes to using their resources, children need extra help when it comes to reading + literacy.
Which groups does your idea focus on? Select all that apply
Youth (under 24)
Public Housing Residents
People with Disabilities
Limited English Speakers
Immigrants / Migrants

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The Literacy Workshop

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