Picture a girl in a classroom in rural Liberia. She’s holding a book with a bright cover, and when she opens it, the story inside could be about her neighbour, her village, the market where her mother sells vegetables.

The Girls’ Accelerated Learning Initiative (GALI), in partnership with the WE-CARE Foundation, wrapped up the 2024-2025 academic year with stunning results.

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Robert (Bob) Dyck, a visionary whose belief in the power of literacy helped shape CODE from its earliest days.

Sierra Leone desperately needs more qualified women teachers who can be role models and advocates for girls’ education. Thanks to you, teachers like Kadijatu are helping fill that void.

In 2023, the Unifor Social Justice Fund marked its 10th anniversary by making generous contributions to three outstanding Canadian international development organizations working around the world.

CODE is proud to congratulate Board Director Brenda Okorogba on her appointment to the Order of Canada, one of the country’s highest civilian honours.

Our hearts are full of gratitude as we reflect on the past year at CODE. The work we do to champion every child’s right to read would simply not be possible without supporters and partners like you!

Your support is bringing real change to classrooms across Sierra Leone and Liberia. Students who once struggled to read simple sentences are beginning to confidently comprehend stories.

In February 2024, the Board and staff of CODE convened to discuss the organization’s strategic plan for 2025-2030. During the meeting, the team revisited CODE’s vision: achieving success in a world where every child can read and write.

In Malawi\'s Ntchisi district, children like 13-year-old Bertha learn on mud floors in classrooms with no doors or windows. Four students share desks meant for two. Bare walls offer no inspiration. And half of all students reportedly drop out by Grades 3 and 4.