Dr Pérugine Akoton, born and raised in Ita-Djèbou, a locality in the Sakété commune of Benin, has initiated a book collection drive for students at the Ceg d'Ita-Djèbou and Ceg d'Igba. The initiative, dubbed "A Book for Ita-Djèbou," aims to provide students with access to educational resources, including textbooks, novels, dictionaries, and scientific books. Akoton's goal is to bridge the gap in access to reading materials in rural schools.
The initiative seeks to address the limited availability of educational resources in rural schools. Akoton notes that students in these areas often lack access to essential textbooks, novels, and reference materials. The "A Book for Ita-Djèbou" initiative aims to mobilize support from locals, the diaspora, and well-wishers to donate books that will benefit students in Ita-Djèbou and Igba. The collected books will be used to create a sustainable library system in the schools.
The types of books being collected include textbooks, novels, dictionaries, annals, and scientific books. Akoton emphasizes that the initiative is not limited to textbooks but also seeks to provide students with access to a wide range of reading materials. The goal is to foster a culture of reading among students and provide them with the resources they need to excel academically.
The initiative has set up collection points in various locations, including Ouidah, Abomey-Calavi, Cotonou, Porto-Novo, Sakété, Kétou, and Ita-Djèbou. Donors are encouraged to drop off their books at these designated points. The collected books will be registered, sorted, and distributed to the schools based on their needs. Akoton plans to establish a sustainable library system that will benefit future generations of students.
Dr Pérugine Akoton's initiative is particularly significant given her academic background. She recently earned her Ph.D. in environmental studies from the University of Parakou, focusing on mangroves and biodiversity. Her research experience has not distanced her from her community; instead, she is committed to giving back to her hometown through this initiative.
The "A Book for Ita-Djèbou" initiative aims to create a lasting impact on education in Ita-Djèbou. By providing students with access to a wide range of reading materials, Akoton hopes to inspire a love of reading and improve academic outcomes. The initiative also seeks to promote community engagement and social responsibility among locals and the diaspora.
The initiative's success will depend on the support of the community, and Akoton encourages everyone to get involved. By donating books or spreading the word about the initiative, individuals can contribute to creating a sustainable library system that will benefit students in Ita-Djèbou and beyond.
Key points
- Dr Pérugine Akoton's initiative aims to provide students in Ita-Djèbou with access to educational resources.
- The initiative seeks to promote a culture of reading among students.
- The collected books will be used to create a sustainable library system in the schools.
