A passionate advocate and humanitarian dedicated to addressing the causes closest to her heart: literacy, character development, and education for women.
Madi Franquiz has been at the forefront of cultural trends and groundbreaking literacy advocacy for four years. Driven by her calling to use the gift of writing to impact lives, Madi has self-published eight children’s books to provide free access to young readers through her nonprofit’s initiatives. By removing financial barriers, she ensures her stories inspire and equip children, regardless of their circumstances.
In 2023, Madi became the youngest Youth Ambassador for the World Literacy Taskforce, advocated for key initiatives at the United Nations, and represented the United States as a delegate at the World Literacy Summit. She addressed a global delegation of over 50,000 at the World Literacy Summit held at Oxford University. Recognized for her impact, she was honored by D CEO as the Emerging Leader in the Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship Awards. These achievements reflect her dedication to literacy and education as transformative tools for empowering communities.
Madi’s books emphasize essential character traits, presented in everyday language, so that youth, families, churches, and leaders can build a foundation of strong values. Her work combines years of experience, new technologies, and strategic partnerships to create meaningful resources for children and communities worldwide.
Since 2019, Madi’s books, including Priyah and the Magic Pen and The Gems in Your Crown: Sapphire, have been translated into four languages, including Arabic and Chinese. Beyond literacy, her humanitarian efforts encompass education for women and fostering character development globally.
Through her writing and advocacy, Madi seeks to leave a lasting impact by empowering others to live with purpose and hope.