Welcome to Letters Without Borders, a project dedicated to improving the writing skills of students in Malawi. Our mission is to provide resources and support to help the students of Malawi develop their writing abilities and build long-term, meaningful connections.
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Facts and Figures
The Urgency
Despite English being the official language of Malawi, the large majority of children don't receive adequate education to learn their language. It is imperative that future generations obtain the education they need in order to make a step towards change. The figures on the right are clear indications of the lack of education present in Malawi.
4%
Malawians are fluent in English
Depicted above are Letters Without Borders students in Malawi
22%
Malawian girls complete secondary school
124:1
Student to teacher ratio in the average Malawian school
Testimonials
Priscilla Kulisemba Student in Malawi
"my career when I grow up I want to be a nurse, I would like to take care of patients and help women "
Stella Nibe
Student in Malawi
"I look forward to receiving letters, it is always the highlight of my day"
Dores Sabola
Student in Malawi
"Having a penpal makes me feel that I have someone to confide in"
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