Buguri Library Program run by Hasiru Dala

It’s a promotion of informal education to support children from socially, economically, and culturally marginalized waste-picking communities through a library program.

• Establish a secure and supportive setting for the children of rag-pickers
• Foster opportunities for creative expression among the children
• Broaden the library’s community reach by implementing a mobile library program.

Karakushala Nagara,
B.M. Shri Nagara, Metagalli,
Mysore,
Karnataka – 570016

Library Contact: Chaitra
Contact Email: chaitra@hasirudala.in

Library Staff Members2
Library Member Strength60
Gender Breakdown of MembersFemale: 60%
Male: 40%
Age Groups Served5yrs to 18yrs
Library Branches6 libraries
Villages/Clusters Served18 villages across 6 districts
Book Collection Size1500
Type of Books in CollectionFiction and non-fiction, Wordless books, Bilingual, activity, picture books, reference books, etc
Average Daily Footfalls45
Types of Reading ProgramsRead Aloud, Storytelling, Book Talks, Reading Circles/Book Clubs, Early Learning/Foundational Literacy, Adult Literacy
Other Library ProgramsArt and skill-based workshops, Film screenings, Theatre workshops, Exposure visits, Parent meetings, book displays, Book circulation and special celebrations, awareness activities, etc.
Presence of Various Library Policies (enrollment/admission, safety, anti-discrimination & inclusion guidelines etc)Yes,
Buguri Library program strictly adheres to the values of Hasiru Dala