Katie’s Readers PASS IT ON Programme
What it is
A growing global community.
The Katie's Readers PASS IT ON programme is an outreach programme for youth volunteers and can be picked up and implemented by anyone, anywhere in the world. Volunteers visit local, underserved primary schools in their community and deliver our PASS IT ON programme to inspire children to learn English* in a fun and dynamic way. By signing up to participate in our programme, you automatically become a member of our global community.
* If you are in an English speaking country, you can adapt the programme to create a ‘buddy programme’ in your school or community.
Free training and support
We offer free online training, available on our Raising Change app, that includes everything you need to know to start a PASS IT ON programme in your community. Upon completing the training, you will receive a Katie's Readers PASS IT ON certificate of participation and be included in our global community of volunteers. Following the training, we will continue to support through our chat feature on the app, as you build your personalised programme.
Based on the latest research
Our programme is based on the latest research from experts in education, psychology and neuroscience, showing that children learn most efficiently through fun and engaging activities. We include movement, arts & crafts, communication and stories, enabling children to enjoy forming social and cognitive connections and engaging in more meaningful learning.
Truly sustainable
Nobody knows a community better than those who are part of that community. That is why we train you in the principles of our programme and then encourage you to implement it in a way that works best for your community.
What it’s not…
A done-for-you approach
We provide you with the information to create a PASS IT ON programme that is tailored to your community. We do not do the work for you. This is your programme, and while we support you in designing and implementing it, you are responsible for all aspects of the initiative.
Set in stone
Our programme includes principles from neurodevelopment, psychology and tried-and-tested educational approaches, all with the human spirit at heart. We provide the information and encourage you to adjust the programme to fit in with your community's culture.
Who it’s for…
Youth volunteers
If you would like to get involved in your community, are planning a trip for volunteer tourism, or would like to take part in building an outreach programme for your school or university. The Katie's Readers PASS IT ON programme can be adapted to your needs and ideas.
Teachers and parents
Schools all over the world are embracing the value of encouraging students to become more actively involved in their local communities. If you are a parent, a teacher or a community group organiser who would like to implement an outreach programme, the Katie's Readers PASS IT ON programme makes it easy!
Expatriates
Expatriates worldwide are in an extraordinarily unique position to help us share our programme, indeed, Katie’s Readers began as an expat project. Imagine making a real difference in the local community of your host country, helping us spread the love of learning around the world and "inspiring greatness" where ever you go!
