SayPro, working with the United States Peace Corps, is developing programs to enhance the language and literacy skills of refugee children. SayPro understands that refugee children often face disrupted education, language barriers, and trauma that impact their ability to learn. To address this, SayPro designs culturally responsive literacy programs that start from basic reading skills to academic language fluency. Peace Corps volunteers assist by assessing local needs and co-developing age-appropriate learning materials. SayPro ensures that each child feels seen, heard, and supported, no matter their displacement or language level.
SayPro prioritizes mother-tongue instruction and gradual transition into the national language to build confidence and comprehension. SayPro trains teachers and caregivers to deliver language support through games, storytelling, and phonics. Peace Corps volunteers provide workshops and interactive tools that strengthen language retention in safe, engaging ways. SayPro also supports mobile libraries and reading circles to encourage out-of-class learning. These programs are inclusive, trauma-informed, and adapted for varying literacy levels. SayPro believes that literacy is a gateway to opportunity and dignity, particularly for refugee children rebuilding their lives through education.
SayPro promotes family and community involvement in literacy development. SayPro encourages parents to participate in story sessions, bilingual reading time, and language games. Peace Corps volunteers help organize literacy festivals and distribute storybooks in local languages. SayPro provides printed and digital resources so families can continue supporting literacy at home. The collaboration ensures refugee children are surrounded by language-rich environments at school and beyond. SayPro understands that literacy is not just about reading—it is about communication, expression, and connection. Refugee children gain the tools to voice their experiences, dreams, and aspirations.
SayPro monitors progress by evaluating language benchmarks, reading levels, and emotional engagement. SayPro adapts its content and methods based on learner feedback and regional challenges. Peace Corps support ensures sustainability by mentoring local teachers and embedding programs within existing school systems. SayPro envisions a world where no refugee child is left behind due to language barriers. With compassion and innovation, SayPro gives refugee children the foundation to thrive academically and socially. Together with the Peace Corps, SayPro continues to build bridges of learning that transcend borders and restore hope.