US Ambassador Eric Garcetti unveils powerful book series to empower girls and promote gender equality

Created with support from the U.S. Agency for International Development’s Scaling-up Early Reading Intervention program and implemented by Room to Read India, this five-book series, written in Hindi, challenges stereotypes, promotes equality, and encourages inclusivity, with a particular emphasis on gender diversity and inclusion.

Hyderabad: US Ambassador to India Eric M Garcetti on Friday reaffirmed the US government’s commitment to girls’ education by launching a new children’s book series to promote gender-inclusive learning.

Developed through the U.S. Agency for International Development’s Scaling-up Early Reading Intervention and implemented by Room to Read India, the five-book series, written in Hindi, challenges stereotypes, promotes equality, and fosters inclusivity, with a special focus on gender diversity and inclusion.

“Educating girls not only provides them with knowledge, but also unlocks their potential to drive positive change within families, communities, and nations. The books we launch today represent a shared vision—a vision of inclusive education that challenges these barriers, fosters empathy, and inspires young girls to succeed,” Garcetti said.

The book launch exemplifies the enduring US-India education partnership, which has strengthened education systems, empowered students and teachers, and fostered inclusive learning environments.