Premwati Fakirchand MemorialSafe Learning Space
Millions of children in urban India have no quiet place to study at home. Crowded rooms, poor lighting, and constant noise steal their focus and their future. We are building community libraries and self-study centres — especially for girls — where every learner can sit, read, and dream without distraction.
Why can't children study at home?
In low-income communities, the absence of basic study infrastructure silently undermines every educational programme.
Overcrowded Homes
Families of 5–8 live in single-room houses. There is no desk, no chair, and no corner quiet enough for focused study.
Constant Distractions
Television, siblings, household chores, and neighbourhood noise make concentration impossible during study hours.
Girls Suffer Most
Girls are expected to help with housework and care for siblings. Without a separate space, their education is the first casualty.
No Access to Books
Public libraries are rare in underserved areas. Children have no access to reference books, newspapers, or reading material beyond textbooks.
From empty rooms to thriving libraries
A straightforward, community-supported 4-step model that creates safe learning environments in underserved neighbourhoods.
Identify the Need
Field teams survey communities, map study conditions, and identify areas with the highest dropout risk and poorest study infrastructure.
Secure a Space
We partner with local organisations, community halls, schools, or temple trusts to secure rent-free or low-cost rooms for conversion.
Set Up the Library
Each space is equipped with bookshelves, seating, proper lighting, stationery, a small reading corner, and age-appropriate books in multiple languages.
Sustain & Grow
Volunteer librarians manage daily operations. Monthly book drives, reading clubs, and study sessions keep the space alive and growing.
“At home, I studied on the floor next to the kitchen. Now I have a desk, a lamp, and 200 books to read.”
Aisha, Age 12
Safe Learning Space · Gayatri Nagar Linepar, Moradabad
Aisha is one of four children sharing a single room. When our library opened two blocks from her home, she was the first to register. She now visits every evening after school, finishes homework, and reads one book a week. Her marks improved by 30% in one term.
Read More Stories →Floor study at home
→ Desk + lamp at our library
→ 30% better marks
More Than a Library — A Second Home for Learners
Each space is designed to be safe, welcoming, and distraction-free. We go beyond bookshelves to create an environment where learning feels natural.
500+ Age-Appropriate Books
In English, Hindi, and Kannada. Fiction, textbooks, encyclopaedias, and story collections.
Proper Lighting & Seating
Desks, chairs, and reading lamps so learners can study comfortably for hours.
Volunteer Librarians
Trained local volunteers who manage the space, assist learners, and run weekly reading clubs.
Safe for Girls
Well-lit, monitored, and female-volunteer-led during evening hours to ensure safety and comfort.
How you can help create safe spaces
Whether you are an individual donor or a corporate partner, there are multiple ways to support this campaign.
💕 For Individual Donors
Your contribution directly funds books, furniture, lighting, and stationery for children who have nowhere else to study.
- ₹500 — Stationery kit for 5 learners
- ₹2,000 — Bookshelf with 50 books
- ₹5,000 — Study desk + chair set for 10 learners
- ₹25,000 — Fund one reading corner fully
- Donate books directly (English, Hindi, Kannada)
- Monthly update on how your funds were used
🏢 For Corporate Partners
Sponsor an entire Safe Learning Space and add a visible, measurable education initiative to your CSR portfolio.
- Sponsor a full library setup (₹1,00,000)
- Co-brand the space with your company name
- Quarterly ESG-ready impact reports with photos
- Employee volunteering for book drives and reading clubs
- Adopt a centre for ongoing annual sponsorship
- Aligned with SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 5 (Gender Equality)
Every learner deserves a safe place to study
A desk, a lamp, and a shelf of books can change the trajectory of a child's life. Help us build that space.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Safe Learning Space campaign?
It is a campaign to set up community libraries and self-study centres in underserved areas of Moradabad, giving children — especially girls — a quiet, safe place to focus, read, and grow.
How much does it cost to set up one library?
A fully equipped community library costs approximately ₹1,00,000 to set up, with ongoing maintenance of about ₹8,000 per month.
Can I donate books instead of money?
Yes. We gladly accept gently used books in English, Hindi, and Kannada — especially children's books, textbooks, and reference materials. Contact us for drop-off locations.
Can corporates sponsor a full library?
Absolutely. Corporates can sponsor an entire Safe Learning Space as part of their CSR portfolio. The space can be co-branded, and quarterly impact reports will be shared.
Who manages the libraries once set up?
Trained local volunteers manage daily operations with oversight from PFMECT field coordinators. We run monthly review cycles to ensure quality and safety standards.