Through community libraries, books, digital learning tools, and school supplies, Cebuana Lhuillier Foundation continues to support children’s literacy and learning opportunities. Education goes beyond the four walls of a classroom. For children to develop strong reading and comprehension skills, they need access to books, a comfortable space to study, and learning resources that encourage curiosity. Unfortunately, these opportunities remain out of reach for many Filipino children, especially those living in underserved and remote communities.
This is the gap that Cebuana Lhuillier hopes to help address through Cebuana Aralan, its Mini Library Project designed to bring educational resources closer to children who need them most. The need for stronger literacy support remains evident in the Philippines. According to the World Bank's 2026 report, 91% of Filipino 10-year-olds cannot read and understand an age-appropriate text, a situation known as learning poverty. Meanwhile, the latest PISA 2025 results show that only 31% of Filipino 15-year-olds achieved at least Level 2 reading proficiency, compared with 69% across OECD countries. These figures highlight the importance of making learning resources more accessible, particularly during a child's formative years.
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| Cebuana Lhuillier Aralan: Expanding Access to Education Through Community-Based Learning |
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