A significant contribution to improving Morobe’s literacy rates as Buk Bilong Pikinini (BBP) recently opened its newest Library Learning Centre (LLC) in St Steven Elementary School, 3 Mile in Lae. This new learning center, which is generously sponsored by Lae Biscuit Company through their charitable organization The Chow Foundation, intends to offer literacy and early childhood education programs to the kids of 3 Mile Lae and the surrounding areas. The founder and vice-chair of BBP, Ms. Anne-Sophie Hermann, spoke at the event and thanked The Chow Foundation and Lae Biscuit Company for their kind sponsorship. “This partnership is a beautiful example of how the private sector support can make a significant difference in the lives of children in Papua New Guinea.” She graciously thanked the The Chow Foundation and Lae Biscuit Company, as well as Mr. Keith Tangui, Provincial Education Advisor for the Morobe Provincial Administration- Division of Education, The Catholic Diocese of Lae and the St Steven Parish, Fr Christababu Chamallamudi, Parish Priest and Catholic Education Advisor, Fr John Nake as well as the St Steven Elementary School and Teacher In Charge, Mr. Bernard Pamba, and the parents, guardians and community members of 3 Mile Lae. “We are incredibly grateful for this commitment to supporting education and literacy in our communities.” “The Buk bilong Pikinini program covers various topics in Literacy, Numeracy, Inclusive Education, Digital Learning and now also Nutritional Literacy.” John Chow, Chief Executive Officer of The Chow Foundation and Managing Director of the Lae Biscuit Company remarked that education is a collective responsibility. “We celebrate the power of partnerships. This centre is not just a building—it represents hope, opportunity, and progress.” “It is a testament to what can be achieved when the government, the private sector, community organizations, and families work together towards a common goal.” “It is the key to a brighter future, and we are proud to support this initiative that will empower young minds.” “Through the Chow Foundation, we are dedicated to giving back to our communities and ensuring that every child has access to quality learning resources." Mr. Keith Tangui also expressed similar sentiments on meaningful partnerships to create better education opportunities for PNG’s future generation. He also stressed to the community the importance of maintaining the facilities provided in this partnership to ensure more opportunities like this arise. The opening of the St. Steven Library Learning Centre marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to improve education and access to learning resources in Papua New Guinea.