On Friday September 7th, USAID Administrator Raj Shah read aloud a special Presidential Message commemorating International Literacy Day at the All Children Reading event on Friday, September 7.
From the Message:
“I send greetings to all those marking International Literacy Day. Today, dedicated leaders are developing innovative ways to combat illiteracy in communities worldwide, and the United States will stand with nations committed to promoting this cause. Working together and prioritizing high-impact methods, we can improve the reading skills of millions of children and set a course for lasting progress. On International Literacy Day, let us celebrate those who work each day to broaden horizons around the world, and let us rededicate ourselves to ensuring our next generation of leaders has a strong foundation upon which to build brighter tomorrow."
--Barack Obama