As a manifestation of support for quality literacy and education, the Gadjah Mada University (UGM) Library and Archives is once again distributing book donations on Monday and Wednesday, January 20 and 22, 2025. A total of 41 titles with 48 copies were donated to SMP Muhammadiyah Kretek, while 40 titles with 50 copies were received by SMP Muhammadiyah Ashidiq Gunung Kidul.
This initiative is part of the Book Donation Program @UGMLibrary, a community service program that connects book donors with beneficiaries in schools or communities in need. Through this program, the UGM Library and Archives supports the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 4, which emphasizes the importance of inclusive and equitable education. "We hope these books can serve as a bridge to broader insights and greater motivation for learning among students," said Roh Wahyu Widayati, S.I.Pust., the Program Manager for Book Donation.
The UGM Library and Archives also provides a Station Book Drop facility for UGM members and the community who wish to participate in donations. The books collected through this facility will be sorted and distributed to schools or communities in need.
This program not only enriches the book collection in recipient schools but also opens wider access for students to read quality books. With this initiative, the UGM Library and Archives continues to strive to be part of the collective effort to create a more intelligent and literate society.
Contributor: Wasilatul Baroroh