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Mariam's story

Books to support precious deliveries

Mariam was inspired to become a midwife by her grandmother – a traditional birth attendant – and used books provided by Book Aid International to excel in her studies. This is her story

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The power of partnerships

In this blog, National Book Tokens Head of Marketing Lisa Bywater reflects on the hallmark of a successful partnership, and why they choose to support our cause.  

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Peace's story

Books to change lives

Peace, a librarian at the Dzaleka Refugee Camp library in Malawi, told us how the library is helping the children and young people who live in the camp continue their education. 

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Partner voice

Supporting education in Zambia

Simpact Foundation is one of our newest partners. Their founder and director, Banja Mkwanazi, shared how donated books are already benefitting pupils.

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A decade of sharing the power of books 

For ten years, players of People’s Postcode Lottery have helped us expand our work and offer the opportunity to read to millions of people worldwide. Our Chief Executive Alison Tweed reflects on a decade of partnership.  

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A new chapter: Our move to Swindon

On 1 October 2025, Book Aid International began a new chapter in our story — we are now operating from our brand-new warehouse in Swindon. In this blog, our Chief Executive Alison Tweed, reflects on this important moment.

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Tanaka's story

Generation Reader: A student’s story

Tanaka, a student in Zimbabwe, has benefitted from books provided by Generation Reader. He shares the difference they have made.

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Working together for a generation of readers

We’re now a quarter of the way through our Generation Reader campaign. In this blog, our Head of Partnerships and Programmes Samantha Sokoya reflects on the campaign's progress to date.

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Timothy's story

Generation Reader: A parent’s story

Timothy a teacher in Zimbabwe, shares how access to books helped him change his life and is now doing the same for his children.

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