Dear Friends,
We are all in this together. I know that I am not alone as I practice breathing exercises to slow my racing mind; as I moderate my intake of the news, which seems to be the same scary story over and over. At the same time, I am so grateful for what I have: access to clean water, food, a secure home filled with books, reliable internet, and the LitWorld community, which remains so powerful in the wake of this pandemic.
I am also relieved to know that, thanks to their LitWorld experiences, LitKids everywhere have the tools they need to stay safe and supported during this global crisis. They can read, understand, and share life-saving information about medical precautions. They can express their feelings and value the perspectives of others. And they can be confident in having a strong network of peers and mentors to rely on.
LitWorld was built to be flexible and address kids' needs in any place, at any time. That is why we are excited to share the launch of our “Virtual LitClub” that is open to all, including our ongoing global partners. We are also working on an "at-home" version of our summer LitCamps, ensuring that no LitKids will be left without these life-changing opportunities for learning and inspiration.
As a global community, we must address both our immediate needs and those of tomorrow. Amplifying the voices of our children is more important than ever. That is why we need your help.
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We have unfortunately had to cancel our 2020 gala, severely impacting our revenue, but our work never pauses.
Many of our LitKids do not have the same resources we do. Clean water is not a given. There is no spare room for isolation if a family member is sick. But they have something powerful: information, literacy tools, and this incredible community. Let’s do what we can to ensure that our LitKids' voices and stories continue to be heard!
With appreciation,
Dorothy Lee
Executive Director
