FUNda Leaders are everyday heroes – literacy activists across the country who take time to bring stories and books to children in whatever way they can. They are the foot-soldiers who work to make reading and activism a reality in South Africa!

Nal’ibali works with many partners to strengthen multilingual literacy through advocacy, training and support of reading clubs. We are continually inspired by these heroes – from teachers and parents to librarians, volunteers and all book- loving individuals. These are the FUNda Leaders who have started a wave of change in South Africa!

We celebrate each and every one of them as literacy heroes, and call on YOU to join us to create a better life for all children.

FUNda Leaders:


• are adults who care about and respect children
• want to help children learn and become literate through fun and relaxed interaction with stories
• are willing to be reading role models in their communities

• are eager to share their storytelling and reading know-how with others, or to learn how it’s done.

What support do we offer FUNda Leaders?

ANYONE can be a FUNda Leader. Once you sign up, you’re automatically connected to the Nal’ibali network. Nal’ibali will follow your journey, and aim to assist you with the training and support you may need for your literacy activities. We are here to help and guide you as you create change in your community!

We will also feature your work via our media network. We encourage you to share your experiences on social media or through direct communication with us. For example, you can post pictures of your reading club or literacy activities on the Nal’ibali Facebook page, so everyone can see the difference you’re making. Or you can invite local Nal’ibali representatives to visit your literacy activities. We’ll also aim to connect you with other FUNda Leaders around the country so that you can collaborate, share ideas, join bigger events or just grow your network of literacy activists. With your help, we will create a far- ranging and powerful band of change-makers!

How to get going

For free, fun and inspirational FUNda Leader training, email us at info@nalibali.org or WhatsApp "courses" to 0600 44 2254.

Now join the REVOLUTION!

Remember to share your photos and experiences with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, and via email (info@nalibali.org) , so that we can track your activity, celebrate your efforts, and make sure we respond to you with inspiration, motivation, and as much support as possible. 

So talk to us and let’s create a growing network of powerful individuals who strive to create a culture of reading in SA – one child at a time.