Photo: Reuters For too many people in Burma, the sound of gunfire and mortar bombs is a familiar one. For decades the Burmese army has relentlessly attacked civilians in Burma’s ethnic states. The United Nations has documented multiple possible war crimes and crimes against humanity committed by the Burmese army, which has deliberately targeted civilians. […]
Category Archives: Social Welfare
2013 Karen Wrist Tying Day (Karen Version)
On 21 August 2013 Karen people everywhere celebrated Karen Wrist Tying Day. Below is a message from KWO’s Vice Chairperson, Paw Day Toe, about Karen Wrist Tying Day. Karen Wrist tying Day
63rd Karen Martyr’s Day Message (Karen Version)
On 12 August 2013, Karen groups around the world celebrated Karen Martyr’s Day. Karen Martyr’s day recognized Karen leaders and people who suffered for the freedom of Karen people everywhere. KWO Chairperson, Dah Eh Kler, message for Karen Martyr’s Day 2013: KWO’s 2013 Martyr Day Message
KWO 2011 – 2012 Two Year Update
KWO is pleased to provide our 2011/12-update report including programs currently running in the community, challenges and successes, financial reports, KWO special activities and a Call to Action. One thing that remains true throughout KWO’s 28 years of service is our commitment to the Empowerment, Equality, and Freedom of all Karen women. Thank you to KWO […]
KWO Chair Person Formal Message on KNDO Day
World Refugee Day Event in Umphiem and Mae La Camp
20th June, 2013 World Refugee Day Event: Umphiem and Mae La Camp Three hundred refugees in Umphiem camp united on 20 June 2013 in recognition of World Refugee Day. The event was organized by the Camp Committee, CBOs and some NGOs. Thai local authorities, UNHCR and other NGOs joined the event. During the event different groups and […]
Reflection on Refugee Return: Youth Drawing Competition
Refugee Youth Drawing Competition: 6 Winners from Mae La and Umphiem Camps and other contestants drawings. Please see the slide show below;
KWO 6th Congress Short Movie
Statement of Karen Women Organization’s 6th Congress
Use this link if you’d like to download or read it. KWO 6th Congress Statement 2013 Burmese Version KWO 6th Congress Statement 2013 Eng Version KWO 6th Congress Statement 2013 Karen Version
KWO Chair Person Speech at Karen National Day.
KWO Chair Person Speech at Karen National Day Use this link if you’d like to download or read it. KWO Chair person speech
