Our Mission and Values

Photograph of an adult man reading a book with a baby on his lap.

The Reading Agency is a UK charity that inspires social and personal change through the proven power of reading. We work with individuals of all ages, communities and trusted partners to share the transformative benefits of reading for happy, healthy and thriving lives. 

Our work is underpinned by four values which steer us in delivering our mission.  

We change lives_The Reading Agency Values

We change lives.  

We are committed to social justice; we are here to make a difference. 

We are inclusive.  

We are driven by our commitment to diversity, equity, equality and inclusion in all we do. 

We are connectors and collaborators.

We are a trusted partner, we listen to and consult with our audiences, partners, and communities. 

We are creative.  

We are innovative, responsive, and rigorous. We use evidence to underpin our work and support a changing society. 

Find out more about the benefits of reading and the impact of our work.

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