Millions of children in Eastern Indonesia do not have access to quality books

 

Let's change that

Taman Bacaan Pelangi

(Rainbow Reading Gardens)

We are a non-profit organisation working to establish children’s libraries
in remote areas of Eastern Indonesia since 2009.

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Our Impact

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207

Libraries established

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287.962+

Books delivered

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42,189+

Children served

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5,892+

Teachers trained

Our Libraries

Check out all the children’s libraries that Taman Bacaan Pelangi [Rainbow Reading Gardens] has stablished in remote areas of Eastern Indonesia.

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Our Programs

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Establish Children Libraries

We establish child-friendly libraries in remote areas of Eastern Indonesia. We work together with the local schools and transform their library into a child friendly learning environment that will foster the love of reading in each of the student.

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Capacity Building Workshops

We provide a series of capacity building workshops for the local teachers that enable them to have the skills and knowledge needed in nurturing the habit of reading on their students and promoting literacy in their village.

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Basic Literacy Course

In each of our library, reading activities are regularly conducted. Each class has reading activities weekly at the library, lead by the classroom’s teacher. Through reading activities, children will slowly grow the love of reading.

Eight Years of Partnership Between Taman Bacaan Pelangi and Givaudan in Sulawesi

This year marks the eighth year of partnership between Taman Bacaan Pelangi (TBP) and Givaudan in Sulawesi. Givaudan is a Swiss multinational company and the world's leading manufacturer of flavors and fragrances. Beyond its industry leadership, Givaudan is committed...

Visit by Givaudan Foundation and BPMP Southeast Sulawesi to Wolasi, South Konawe Regency

On April 21, representatives from the Givaudan Foundation and the Balai Penjaminan Mutu Pendidikan (BPMP) Provinsi Sulawesi Tenggara visited two elementary schools in Wolasi, Konawe Selatan Regency. The visit was accompanied by the Taman Bacaan Pelangi team as part of...

Strategic Partnerships, Sustainable Impact

Taman Bacaan Pelangi is a non-profit organization committed to strengthening children’s literacy in underserved communities across Indonesia. Through long-term partnerships with schools, local governments, and private sector donors, we transform underutilized school...

The Warmth of the Inauguration of the Third Library in East Sumba

"Who likes having a new library?”, asked the Head of Basic Education Sector of East Sumba Regency, Mr. Dominggus began his remarks. All the children raised their hands while shouting "Me...". The parents and teachers did not miss raising their hands too, then...

Reflection Meeting – Phase 2 Cycle 2 Room to Read Schools

Last week we held our reflection meeting with our school partners of the 20 of our libraries in Ende. Our mission here was to bring in representatives from our cycle 2 RtR-sponsored schools (list below) to come in with their library’s problems, and leave with clear...

TBPelangi x MNC Peduli Collaboration on 108th Library Inauguration!

In the last two weeks, the weather in Ende hasn't been so friendly, it was always raining and windy. On Monday, the Principal of the SDK Kekawii together with the teachers and librarian hoped that on Tuesday, December 4, 2018, Ende's sky would be bright, even for a...

Job Vacancies: Project Coordinator

We are looking for new team members to join our team! If you’re passionate in education, longing to make a difference in the lives of the local communities in remote areas, adventurous, and  want to have a meaningful life through your job, then this job might fit for...

Book Delivery to Ende with JNE

On October 22, 2018, JNE helped Taman Bacaan Pelangi deliver books from Jakarta to Ende, where the books can be used by 112 students in SD Katholik Kekawii, Ende. The books, packaged by TBP staff in Jakarta, were picked up by JNE and promptly delivered to Ende, where...

It’s Fun to Be Student Volunteers!

During the pas week, three libraries supported by Rainbow Reading Gardens in Belu Regency, NTT, namely: SDI Wekatimun, SDI Tenubot, and SDI Wedomu were busy preparing for the perfect setup so every student in the schools can use the library comfortably. One of the...

Travel with a Cause

Want to visit our libraries and have a great holiday in Flores at the same time?

Contact Travel Sparks to make it happen!

In the News

NET. Lentera Indonesia (August 2014)
TV One - Aku Bangga (May 2015)
Trans7 - She Can! (May 2015)
DAAI TV - Mutiara Indonesia (April 2016)