The Foundation has also helped publish the practical guide
produced by the ANLCI, "Le benevolat, un engagement de qualite"
("Voluntary work, a special commitment"). This guide provides information for
associations using volunteers and encourages the development of their
skills.
These two activities reflect the ongoing commitment of the
Orange Foundation to helping adults who have difficulty reading and writing, and
who lack basic skills.
Since 2005, over 160 projects have received support in France,
30% of which have been in rural areas. They involve 5 400 learners and over 2
000 volunteers who have been trained to assist them. For instance, the Renaître
Association ("to be born again") in Saint Etienne received computer hardware and
educational softwares designed for the people who attend workshops providing
basic education.