Marriott Australia launches new local literacy program with Save the Children
Marriott Australia has today announced the launch of the Little Learners Club to support Save the Children's literacy programs for Melbourne children experiencing disadvantage.
The pilot program will be launched using funds raised by Marriott Australia, to provide books each month to children attending Save the Children’s early childhood early childhood playgroup at Carlton Primary School, with the hope of expanding the program across Australia over the next few years.
“We know that if children have their own books at home, they’re more likely to read at school. Unfortunately there are some children who don’t have access to books at home and as a result their education suffers,” said Marriott International Vice President for Australia, Neeraj Chadha.
“By partnering with Save the Children and supporting the Little Learners Club we can help children access books and provide literacy support. Save the Children staff will also work with parents and guardians to ensure they understand how to provide that support at home,” said Mr Chadha.
Save the Children Australia chief executive, Paul Ronalds, said the partnership would make a real difference to the lives of children.
“Save the Children is committed to ensuring all children, no matter their background, get the best possible start in life. This program will give parents the resources and skills to kick start their children’s education," Mr Ronalds said.
Over the next three years, Marriott Australia and Save the Children will work closely together to raise funds for the program by hosting a variety of internal and public fundraising activities including BBQs, raffles and ticketed events across all hotels nationwide.
Marriott Australia’s partnership with Save the Children for the Little Learners Club is an initiative of the Marriott Millennials Business Council (MMBC), a group of young Marriott leaders championing corporate social responsibility (CSR).
For more information please visit marriottsavethechildren.com.
Source: Marriott Australia, 18th August 2016
