We are investigating the correlation between the continuous supply of FREE menstrual health resources on the impact of girls’ education in Ghana. Come with us!
ACCRA LITERACY’S 6-MONTH PERIOD POVERTY STUDY
 
        
        
      
    
    CURRENT & UPCOMING PROGRAMMING
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       AccraLit Read-A-Loud Digital SeriesThis is Accra Literacy's current digital initiative where we read aloud and share analysis of various writings (of various genres and age groups) with the general public to promote the love of reading & critical thinking Launched (2024) 
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       College/Job Readiness ProgramWorkshops that prepare both high school students and adults for college and jobs by teaching them how to write impactful college essays, craft professional resumes, and deliver effective elevator pitches Launched (2025) 
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       6-Month Period Poverty StudyAccra Literacy aims to explore the correlation between access to FREE continuous menstrual hygiene resources and improvement in girls' education. Participants will be provided menstrual hygiene products (e.g. pads, hot water bottles for cramps, etc.) and a menstrual health toolkit developed by Accra Literacy. Launched (2025-2026) 
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       Accra Literacy Read a Book, Share your Take StationAn incoming initiative encouraging community members of all ages to read books and share their insights and reviews, promoting a love for reading and critical thinking Coming Soon 
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       Annual Community Immersion Program for Literacy Advancement (Ghana)An annual community-based program that immerses students in literacy and health activities highlighting the intersection between education and health (i.e. Period poverty) Launched (2024) 
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       Literacy & Storytelling book Giveaway (NYC)In this current program, we provide children, teens, and adults with books and other basic resources to support their journey of literacy and storytelling advancement Launched (2024) 
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       Writing and Reading Workshops for Young StudentsInteractive sessions where young students develop their writing skills, learn narrative techniques, and explore various genres Coming Soon 
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       Accra Literacy Library and Resource CenterAn upcoming space dedicated to providing access to a wide range of books and educational resources for underserved children and youth in Accra, Ghana Coming Soon 
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       Adult Creative Writing WorkshopsThis is a future program that seeks to provide creative writing workshops taught by diverse writers, to adults who are keen on learning/improving their creative writing skills Coming Soon 
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       Emerging Writer Publication ProgramThis future program is a part of Accra Literacy’s publication program that seeks to provide writers an opportunity/space to publish their work in future our literary magazine Coming Soon 
