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BOOKS TO BANGLADESH

Along the banks of the Meghna River in Bangladesh's ancient capital, groups of formerly nomadic people have survived for decades now without electricity, basic services, or access to schools. Many still live aboard traditional boats. A local NGO, Subornogram Foundation, has begun providing schooling to these forgotten people. Some schools are on modest boats in the river. The Asia Foundation's Books for Asia is helping by providing books—rare and prized possessions—to these students. We’ve launched "Choose a Book. Change a Life," so you can get involved. Cast your vote and select which classic storybook each of the students in Bangladesh will receive. Meet these remarkable schoolchildren of Bangladesh and watch a stunning
short film.

BOOKS TO BANGLADESH

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Bangladesh: Choose a Book. Change a Life.

Books for Asia is putting books in the hands of people who need them most. Now it's your turn.

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Return to Morwakee: Oh, The Places You'll Go!

Books for Asia returns to Morwakee to give children the book you voted for.

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