Library for 5000 Moroccan Berbers Photo Gallery

Berber students play outside their village school.

Library access will increase emerging generations', such as these young school girls, literacy and knowledge of the globalizing world giving them the skills to succeed.

Amzghai Kasbah, project site.

Kasbahs served a dual purpose; as foritified granaries and bastions of retreat and defense for the village during times of siege. The Kasbah stands as a sentry on the valley's landscape, representing the tribal strength and unity of the residents, ready to face the challenges of a changing world - together.

Elementary student in village of Tahia.

The Berber children feel privileged to go to school, a luxury their parents were not afforded.

Zaouiat Ahansal region of Morocco.

This region's inhabitants are isolated from basic amenities due to its location in the High Atlas Mountains, a vast range of plateaus, lush valleys, and sheer limestone cliffs.

Cloe Erickson converses with Youssef Jini.

Locals, such as Youssef Jini, are instrumental in the planning phases of sustainable community development projects.

Students in classroom.

Village students will benefit from the access to previously unavailable resources such as books, newspapers, and magazines.

Ahmad and Youssef Rizki.

The older generation has begun to recognize the importance of education amongst their children. Without knowledge of the world, they and their culture will not be able to adapt to the changing world.

Rashida Massaoudi.

Education is becoming available to girls as the adults begin to understand the positive impact of educated women in their communities.

Mustapha Jini writes his name.

Educational resources will provide opportunity for rural students to meet the level of students their age in surrounding regions.