One of three recipients awarded as a model for other organizations for its responsiveness and outstanding work addressing challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic and recent social unrest.
Awarded to Room to Read India
Awarded to Room to Read India
Awarded to John Wood on behalf of Room to Read; this award is often called the Children’s Nobel Prize.
Awarded for excellence in operations and systems, outstanding and measurable contributions in increasing literacy levels, and exceptional and sustained depth and breadth in commitment to the advancement of literacy.
Chosen for our efforts to improve literacy utilizing the talents of local writers and illustrators.
Room to Read was awarded the Presidential Citation during the American Library Association 2008 Annual Conference in Anaheim, California for its international innovation. The award was presented by Loriene Roy, ALA-Past President, 2007-2008.
Recognized as a pioneer of high quality children's literature accessible to youth in Asia and Africa.