Leeskader

Leeskader is a term used in Dutch-language contexts to denote a cadre or team organized around reading activities. It is not a standardized concept, and its meaning varies by organization, but it generally refers to a structured group dedicated to promoting literacy and coordinating reading-related activities.

Derived from lees, meaning "to read," and kader, meaning "cadre" or "frame," the term suggests a group of trained individuals who support literacy efforts. In practice, leeskaders are often local initiatives rather than national programs.

Typical functions include organizing reading groups or book clubs, planning literacy events, selecting suitable reading material, training volunteers, and connecting readers with libraries or schools. Members may have roles such as program coordinators, mentors, or ambassadors for reading.

Leeskaders appear in several contexts: in schools as part of literacy promotion or cross-curricular activities; in public libraries as volunteer programs; and in youth organizations that place emphasis on reading development. Because the term is not widely standardized, the exact structure, size, and authority of a leeskader vary.

See also: literacy promotion, reading club, reading ambassador, library volunteer programs.