Improving lives through education

2,660 people have been killed since the start of the coup*

1 year project duration

1,656 people will be supported by this project

Since the coup in February 2021, many families in Myanmar have been living in fear. The cost of basic needs such as food and medicine has increased exponentially and many have fled their homes due to bombing. Coupled with the impact of COVID-19, the local community face a bleak future if change does not happen. St John’s School in Hakha was also forced to close, and through Catholic Mission’s partnership, the school has found a way to continue supporting education for children in the area safely.

This project aims to provide education for children in the Hakha Diocese, providing them and their families with the support they need during this challenging time. Additionally, local community members will receive basic teaching training which will not only increase access to education but will also restore hope and dignity to those who will become qualified teachers, giving them a sense of purpose.

Diocese

Project location: Hakha, Myanmar

Partner profile

Project Code: MMCT-1200078

Funding needed: AUD $301,846

Fr Lucas Tha Ling Sum was ordained a priest in 2002 after completing his Philosophy and Theology studies at the National Seminary in Mandalay and Yangon, Myanmar. In 2012, he returned to Hakha to take up the position of Chancellor of the Diocese. Fr Lucas is passionate about increasing access to quality education and inspiring children to think for themselves as they grow in creative and academic endeavours.

Your support can help:

• Over 1,600 children access online and in-person learning, providing them with consistency and stability at a time when they need it most

• Provide over 1,200 families with outreach and food support allowing them to focus on ensuring their children gain an education

• Train and employ Community Education Facilitators (CEF) who will be able to teach and support students across the country.