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Social entrepreneur improves literacy in the developing world

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Title:

Social entrepreneur improves literacy in the developing world

Author(s):

Elisa F. Topper

Journal:

New Library World

Year:

2008

Volume:

109

Issue:

1/2

Page:

87 - 89


ISSN:

0307-4803


DOI:

10.1108/03074800810846038

Publisher:

Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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Abstract:

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to highlight the work of the non profit organization, Room to Read.

Design/methodology/approach – This paper presents a literature review including the book, Leaving Microsoft to Change the World.

Findings – Reports how an organization can bring about drastic positive change in a short period of time.

Originality/value – This paper shows the value of literacy in developing countries and how we can make a difference through the creation of libraries and bringing books to children.

Keywords:

Developing countries, Entrepreneurialism, International relations, Libraries, Literacy, Schools


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Article URL:

http://www.emeraldinsight.com/10.1108/03074800810846038

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