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# Karen Women's Organisation (KWO)

The Karen Women’s Organisation (KWO) is a leading indigenous women’s organisation formed in 1949.

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- [The Burden of Tomorrow: Women's Lives in Refugee Camps](https://karenwomen.org/2026/06/20/the-burden-of-tomorrow-womens-lives-in-refugee-camps/) - June 20, 2026 marks World Refugee Day. This year’s theme, “Until Everyone is Safe,” reminds us that we must continue working together to ensure refugees can live with safety, dignity, and hope. Vulnerable groups including children, older persons, people with disabilities, pregnant women, and those who are ill still need access to food and healthcare.
- [KPSN and KWO Statement on World Refugee Day 2026](https://karenwomen.org/2026/06/20/kpsn-and-kwo-statement-on-world-refugee-day-2026/) - Theme: “Until Everyone is Safe” On the occasion of World Refugee Day, 20 June 2026, the Karen Peace Support Network (KPSN) and the Karen Women’s Organization (KWO) would like to express our sincere appreciation to the Royal Thai Government for its generosity and commitment to supporting refugees. In particular, we welcome the policy introduced on
- [WOMEN, PEACE AND SECURITY EFFORTS: 2021 – 2025” REPORT BY KWO](https://karenwomen.org/2026/05/07/women-peace-and-security-efforts-2021-2025-report-by-kwo/) - The Karen Women’s Organisation launched a new report on March 8th, 2026. "Women, Peace and Security Efforts: 2021-25. Grassroots Women in Southeast Burma Implementing the UNSC Resolutions". The United Nations WPS Campaign has 4 main pillars: Participation, protection, prevention, and relief & recovery. The KWO works in all of these sectors. Read about what local
- [KWO 40th Anniversary Publications Available Now](https://karenwomen.org/2025/12/31/kwo-40th-anniversary-publications-available-now/) - Warm greetings from the Karen Women’s Organization (KWO). 2025 marked the 40th Anniversary of the KWO and we celebrated and organized throughout the year. The 40th Anniversary has been an opportunity to reflect on KWO’s evolution from a small beginning to the much larger and more empowered group it is today. KWO advocates for gender
- [KWO message on International Women's Day](https://karenwomen.org/2024/03/08/kwo-message-on-international-womens-day/) - On this occasion of International Women’s Day marks 113 years of IWD this year. IWD was first celebrated in 1911, and the UN adopted International Women's Day in 1977 on March 8th, and ever since then, women around the world have celebrated March 8th as IWD. Today, the theme for IWD is "Inspire Inclusion." KWO
- [2025 KWO Message on the 16 Days of Activism to Stop Violence Against Women](https://karenwomen.org/2025/11/25/2025-kwo-message-on-the-16-days-of-activism-to-stop-violence-against-women/) - Today, the Karen Women’s Organization (KWO) officially launches the 16 Days of Activism to End Violence Against Women. For many years, KWO has carried out this campaign with strong commitment, and this year our theme is “All women deserve to be safe, equal and respected.” This year’s theme, “All women deserve to be safe, equal
- [Karen Women's Organisation condemns Burmese military's continued airstrikes & indiscriminate shelling of civilians in Kawthoolei, Southeast Burma](https://karenwomen.org/2023/09/12/karen-womens-organisation-condemns-burmese-militarys-continued-airstrikes-and-indiscriminate-shelling-of-civilians-in-kawthoolei-southeast-burma/) - The Karen Women’s Organisation condemns the Burmese military continued airstrikes and indiscriminate shelling targeting civilians which has been ongoing this month. These attacks have killed and wounded at least 30 civilians mostly women and children. The recent aggressive airstrikes and mortar shelling have been particularly intensive in Kler Lwee Htu, Mutraw district. As just one
- [KWO Message on the 16 Days of Activism to Stop Violence Against Women](https://karenwomen.org/2023/11/24/kwo-message-on-the-16-days-of-activism-to-stop-violence-against-women/) - 25th November 2023 Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, marking the beginning of 16 Days of Activism that concludes on International Human Rights Day (10th December). This day holds particular significance for Karen women, as it symbolizes our ongoing fight against violence directed at women, with the aim of
- [KWO Statement Commemorating the Rohingya Genocide](https://karenwomen.org/2021/08/25/kwo-statement-commemorating-the-rohingya-genocide/) - On this day commemorating the Rohingya genocide, KWO wishes to express our solidarity for the pain and suffering Rohingya victims and their families have endured under militarised campaigns wages by the Burmese Army. Our statement in full.
- [KWO Letter on Karen Martyrs Day](https://karenwomen.org/2021/08/10/kwo-letter-on-karen-martyrs-day/) - On the 71st Martyrs Day to commemorate the memory of our martyrs who have sacrificed their lives to protect us and ensure we can live with our dignity, we pay tribute to their legacy. Karen martyr’s have lost their lives fighting for our freedom. KWO would like to encourage all Karen people to remember our
- [Statement on 72nd Karen National Liberation Army Day](https://karenwomen.org/2021/07/05/statement-on-72nd-karen-national-liberation-army-day/) - KWO sends our best wishes to all in the Karen Army and to all Karen around the world on July 5th which marks the day of the 72nd Karen National Liberation Army day. We may have different ideas and thoughts but we have the same goal to have our rights and freedoms and to decide
- [KWO Calls on World Refugee Day For Refugees to be Supported to Live with Dignity](https://karenwomen.org/2022/06/20/kwo-calls-on-world-refugee-day-for-refugees-to-be-supported-to-live-with-dignity/) - On World Refugee Day, the Karen Women’s Organization (KWO) calls for the support of refugees so we all can live with full dignity as a human beings. Refugee Day is a reminder of the struggles those fleeing violence endure as they leave behind their homes and livelihoods to seek safety. Refugees are resilient and capable.
- [Girl’s rights and protection challenges in Southeast Burma](https://karenwomen.org/2022/10/12/girls-rights-and-protection-challenges-in-southeast-burma/) - On this International Day of the Girl Child, we bring your attention to the difficulties faced by girls in Kawthoolei (Karen State, Southeast Burma). Obstacles to growing up in peace, to securing food, to obtaining education, to accessing healthcare, and to attaining justice. The challenge for girls in Burma to remain children; sheltered in a
- [KWO Formal Message on International Stop Violence Against Women 2022](https://karenwomen.org/2022/11/25/kwo-formal-message-on-international-stop-violence-against-women-2022/) - November 25th marks the “International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women”. The theme chosen this year by women in our community is: “No one is above the law". This is a message of warning to the perpetrators of violence and it is a message of comfort to the victims of violence. Violence against
- [International Stop VAW Day 2022 KWO Formal Message in Karen Version](https://karenwomen.org/2022/11/25/international-stop-vaw-day-2022-kwo-formal-message-in-karen-version/) - November 25th marks the “International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women”. The theme chosen this year by women in our community is: “No one is above the law". This is a message of warning to the perpetrators of violence and it is a message of comfort to the victims of violence. Violence against
- [STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN IN BURMA](https://karenwomen.org/2022/11/25/stop-violence-against-women-in-burma/) - KWO releases Briefing Paper calling for a stop to violence against women in Burma. Thousands of people in Burma have been killed, injured, arrested, and tortured by the State Administration Council (SAC) junta and its military forces. The SAC has tried to take control of the country, using brutal and extreme violence against the civilian
- [More Burmese Military War Crimes as Airstrikes Kill and Injure Children in Karen State](https://karenwomen.org/2023/01/13/more-burmese-military-war-crimes-as-airstrikes-kill-and-injure-children-in-karen-state/) - For Immediate Release Friday 13th January 2023 On Thursday 12th January, the Burmese military carried out two airstrikes on civilian villages in Mutraw (Papun) District, Kawthoolei (Karen State), inside Burma. Striking their own people again. The strikes were unprovoked and hit two villages. Paw Khee Lah village was hit at 1:30pm injuring a woman and
- [KWO 8th Congress Statement](https://karenwomen.org/2023/07/05/kwo-8th-congress-statement/) - The Karen Women Organization successfully convened its 8th Congress from the 29th of June to the 1st of July 2023. The congress brought together 125 representatives from 7 districts Kawthoolei, refugee camps, KWO Central, invited organizations, and special guests. The event took place at a special area within KWO Central.A notable highlight of this congress
- [Stop Violence Against Women and Children](https://karenwomen.org/2021/11/26/stop-violence-against-women-and-children/) - We, KWO would like you all to join this year's Stop Vaw Day and 16 days activism Campaign. This year our theme is "Have courage to speak out about injustice and stop violence against women". Together we can make a change and put an end to violence against women and children. We would like to
- [KWO Formal Message on International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women](https://karenwomen.org/2021/11/25/kwo-formal-message-on-international-day-for-the-elimination-of-violence-against-women/) - November 25th, 2021: Today marks an important day on the International calendar. This is the special day when we ask people in the world to stand quietly for a moment and think about the violence perpetrated against women every day, and what we can do, all of us, to stop it. Today we are asking
- [Stop Domestic Violence](https://karenwomen.org/2021/11/25/stop-domestic-violence/) - We, KWO would like you all to join this year's Stop Vaw Day and 16 days activism Campaign. This year our theme is "Have courage to speak out about injustice and stop violence against women". Together we can make a change and put an end to violence against women and children. We would like to
- [Valuable Words of President Saw Ba U Gyi! Karen and Burmese Version](https://karenwomen.org/2016/08/12/valuable-words-of-president-saw-ba-u-gyi-karen-and-burmese-version/) - In memory of all our Karen Martyrs on this special day, We want to share with you all the valuable words of our President Saw Ba U Gyi! Karen and Burmese Version President Saw Ba U Kyi words PamphetDownload President Saw Ba U Gyi words PamphletDownload
- [Special Education and Community Awareness](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/23/special-education-and-community-awareness/) - KWO is always seeking to raise the awareness of parents and the community on issues surrounding disability and children. We have published a number of booklets covering the causes of disability, possible prevention some of the causes of disability (e.g. adequate nutrition), and how to support a person with disabilities KWO runs community education workshops
- [Joint Release of Learning Materials on International Accountability Mechanisms for Burma](https://karenwomen.org/2020/11/27/joint-release-of-learning-materials-on-international-accountability-mechanisms-for-burma/) - The Karen Women’s Organization (KWO) and Asia Justice and Rights (AJAR) jointly release a Karen version of a series of learning materials on international accountability mechanisms for Myanmar.
- [Call for Donations for IDPs](https://karenwomen.org/2021/03/31/call-for-donations-for-idps/) - IDPs in Karen State are in urgent need of food and supplies as they have been forced to flee airstrikes by the Burma Army. KWO is grateful for any donations to support our community. Please donate here: https://t.co/TtuNTrWNbp?amp=1
- [KWO Two Year Report 2018 & 2019](https://karenwomen.org/2020/09/23/two-year-report/) - The Karen Women’s Organization (KWO) has produced a two-year report which highlights our achievements and in 2018 and 2019. We are grateful to the many who continue to make our work possible. KWO is especially appreciative to our long-term donors: the American Jewish World Service, DAK foundation, the Fund for Global Human Rights, the International
- [KWO Formal Letter for KNU Day](https://karenwomen.org/2021/02/05/kwo-formal-letter-for-knu-day/) - 5 February 2021 marks as 74th Karen National Union day. On the 74th anniversary of Karen National Union Day , the KWO sends our best wishes to Karen people all around the world as well as reminds all of you to renew the love and spirit of our nation and people and work together for
- [KWO Letter for Karen Revolution Day](https://karenwomen.org/2021/01/28/kwo-letter-for-karen-revolution-day/) - Please see KWO's letter for Karen Revolution Day. karen-revolution-day31.1.2021Download
- [KWO Statement Calls for Justice for Naw Mu Naw](https://karenwomen.org/2020/08/13/kwo-statement-calls-for-justice-for-naw-mu-naw/) - KWO is reinforcing our call for justice following the murder of Naw Mu Naw, a Karen woman who was shot and killed by two Burma Army soldiers on 16 July 2020.
- [KWO Statement on IWD 2021](https://karenwomen.org/2021/03/07/kwo-statement-on-iwd-2021/) - KWO joins women around the world in celebrating the achievements of women and reaffirming our commitment to continue fighting for women’s rights and challenging oppression.
- [Ethical Leadership and Organisational Management Short Course Graduation](https://karenwomen.org/2016/09/25/ethical-leadership-and-organisational-management-short-course-graduation/) - 29 people from different Karen CBOs, Karen Office of Relief and Development (KORD), Karen Legal Aids Centre (KLAC), Karen Teachers Working Group (KTWG) and KWO attended this 2 month long special course. KWO is very proud of all of the 19 of the KWO senior staff who completed it. Congratulations to you all! We want
- [KWO COVID-19 Response Report](https://karenwomen.org/2020/05/27/kwo-covid-19-response-report-2/) - In May 2020, KWO produced a short report on the COVID-19 pandemic and how it was impacting our communities.
- [Kill Me Instead of Them](https://karenwomen.org/2020/03/27/kill-me-instead-of-them/) - A Report on the Resilience of Karen Women Village Chiefs.
- [Walking Amongst Sharp Knives](https://karenwomen.org/2010/08/27/walking-amongst-sharp-knives/) - The unsung courage of Karen women village chiefs in conflict areas of Eastern Burma.
- [Salt in the Wound](https://karenwomen.org/2013/11/25/salt-in-the-wound/) - Justice Outcomes and SGBV Cases in Karen Refugee Camps 2011-13.
- [Shattering Silences](https://karenwomen.org/2004/08/27/shattering-silences/) - Karen Women speak out about the Burmese Military Regime's use of Rape as a Strategy of War in Karen State.
- [State of Terror](https://karenwomen.org/2007/08/27/state-of-terror/) - The ongoing rape, murder, torture and forced labour suffered by women living under the Burmese Military Regime in Karen State.
- [KWO Letter on 74th KNDO Day](https://karenwomen.org/2021/07/16/kwo-letter-on-74th-kndo-day/) - Today marks the 74th KNDO day. KWO sends our best wishes to all KNDO soldiers. We encourage all our Karen people to be happy and healthy and to be hopeful, despite the daily challenges we face. The enemy never sleeps. They look for ways to destroy the Karen people, but if we are strong and
- [Statement: KWO Strongly Condemns the Burma Army for its Shameful Coup and Continued Attacks Against Civilians](https://karenwomen.org/2021/02/02/statement-kwo-strongly-condemns-the-burma-army-for-its-shameful-coup-and-continued-attacks-against-civilians/) - 2 February 2021: The Karen Women’s Organization (KWO) strongly condemns the Burma Army’s shameful coup, arbitrary detainment and arrest of government officials and activists, and continued targeting of innocent civilians in ethnic conflict zones. We call urgently for decisive punitive measures by the international community against the new military regime. Our statement in full can
- [Statement: Over 2500 Villagers Protest Against the Burma Army](https://karenwomen.org/2021/03/02/statement-over-2500-villagers-protest-against-the-burma-army/) - Today on 2 March 2020, over 2,500 villagers from over 34 villages, protested against the Burma Army and demanded their immediate withdrawal from their communities in Bu Tho and Lu Thaw Townships, Mu Traw District, Kaw Thoo Lei.
- [36th KWO Day](https://karenwomen.org/2021/04/05/36th-kwo-day/) - To mark the 36th anniversary of KWO-Day, KWO addressed a formal letter to all KWO members and Karen people around the world. KWO call for unity, for us to continue to work together for our organisation and nation – and to keep persevering in our work until we have achieved justice and equality for all.
- [KWO Statement on Kaw Thoo Lei Day](https://karenwomen.org/2021/06/14/kwo-statement-on-kaw-thoo-lei-day/) - We, KWO, send our best wishes to you all on June 14th which marks the day our founding father, President Saw Ba U Gyi, formed the KawThoo Lei government and announced to the world.Kaw Thoo Lei day was formed on 14th June 1949. We, the Karen people, fight for peace, freedom and equality. We formed
- [Statement: KWO Condemns Violence in Karen State & Calls for Immediate Response](https://karenwomen.org/2021/03/29/statement-kwo-condemns-escalating-violence-in-karen-state-calls-for-immediate-intervention-by-the-international-community/) - 28 March 2021: The Karen Women’s Organization (KWO) strongly condemns the Burma Army’s escalation of attacks on innocent Karen civilians, using jet fighters. On 27 March, Burma Army soldiers launched night-time airstrikes on Day Bu No Village, Lu Thaw Township, Mu Traw District, killing three civilians and injuring seven others. Moreover, this attack caused more
- [The Karen Women’s Organization and the Karen Human Rights Group Condemn the Burmese Junta’s Use of Women as Human Shields](https://karenwomen.org/2021/09/03/the-karen-womens-organization-and-the-karen-human-rights-group-condemn-the-burmese-juntas-use-of-women-as-human-shields/) - The Karen Women’s Organization (KWO) and the Karen Human Rights Group (KHRG) strongly condemn the use of women as human shields by the Burma Army in Karen State and other ethnic areas. Women in particular face many risks in being used as human shields, being subjected to forced labour, to torture and sexual violence, and
- [Solidarity in Times of Uncertainty](https://karenwomen.org/2020/09/27/solidarity-in-times-of-uncertainty/) - Released in September 2020, KWO’s two-year report, Solidarity in Times of Uncertainty, highlights our achievements and in 2018 and 2019.
- [Statement of Karen Women Organization's 6th Congress](https://karenwomen.org/2013/02/12/statement-of-karen-women-organizations-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
- [Joint Statement of Karen Women's Groups in Support of the Reunification of KAF](https://karenwomen.org/2014/10/20/joint-statement-of-karen-womens-groups-in-support-of-the-reunification-of-kaf/) - [scribd id=243596531 key=key-c5WAT4Fm3NqLrZ2xENN8 mode=scroll]
- [KWO Statement in honor of International Women's Day 2015.](https://karenwomen.org/2015/03/08/kwo-statement-in-honor-of-international-womens-day-2015/) - [scribd id=258016089 key=key-jtYixK6Qm35sM2Rc0s3h mode=scroll]
- [KWO Statement on World Refugee Day,20th June ,2015](https://karenwomen.org/2015/06/20/kwo-statement-on-world-refugee-day20th-june-2015/) - On World Refugee Day Burma Government and International Community Must Commit to Respecting Voices and Rights of Burma’s Refugees (20 June, 2015) On this 2015 World Refugee Day, we stand in solidarity with the over 110,000 refugees who fled Burma to seek protection in the nine camps along the Thailand-Burma border, embodying the years of
- [KWO Statement on International Women's Day](https://karenwomen.org/2016/03/07/kwo-statement-on-international-womens-day/) - Statement (International Women's day For International Women's Day (2016 March) in Burmese International Women's day Statement in Karen Version
- [KWO Statement on International Women's Day](https://karenwomen.org/2017/03/08/kwo-statement-on-international-womens-day-2/) - "Be Bold For Change" Happy International Women's Day to all women around the world. We all deserve this special day and recognition for what we do and what we contribute to our family, community and country. On this special day we, KWO, encourage ALL WOMEN everywhere to be bold for the change you want
- [KAREN WOMEN'S ORGANISATION PRESS STATEMENT ON BURMESE MILITARY PERSECUTION  OF THE ROHINGYA PEOPLE](https://karenwomen.org/2017/09/18/karen-womens-organisation-press-statement-on-burmese-military-persecution-of-the-rohingya-people/) - [scribd id=359170802 key=key-JIZvFw2HY3Bt1TPBBMZL mode=scroll]
- [KWO Statement in Support of Karen Day in Washington DC (English Version)](https://karenwomen.org/2017/11/06/kwo-statement-in-support-of-karen-day-in-washington-dc-english-version/) - KWO Statement in Support of Karen Day in Washington DC in English Version [scribd id=363614565 key=key-kZKjLAF2OzReJmESbw97 mode=scroll]
- [KWO Statement on International Women's Day](https://karenwomen.org/2018/03/07/kwo-statement-on-international-womens-day-3/) - KWO Statement in Karen Version: [scribd id=373224606 key=key-DjbRMIKWPiEYFEqYzbK2 mode=scroll] KWO Statement in English Version: [scribd id=373224605 key=key-6NSEZMErUFxabDFFxfiH mode=scroll]
- [KWO Statement in Support of the Karenni Students’ Protest Against Burmanization](https://karenwomen.org/2019/02/13/kwo-statement-in-support-of-the-karenni-students-protest-against-burmanization/) - Karen Women’s Organization Statement in Support of the Karenni Students’ Protest Against Burmanization 12th February 2019 The Karen Women’s Organization calls on the NLD Government and the Burmese military-run police to show respect both for indigenous history and for peaceful protest. We believe that before we can have true peace in our beloved land we
- [KWO Statement in Support of the Karenni Students’ Protest Against Burmanization (Burmese Version)](https://karenwomen.org/2019/02/15/kwo-statement-in-support-of-the-karenni-students-protest-against-burmanization-burmese-version/) - Download the statement: KWO-Statement in support Kareni youth for protest against Burmanization -Burmese version
- [KWO Statement on International Women's Day 2019](https://karenwomen.org/2019/03/07/kwo-statement-on-international-womens-day-2019/) - KWO Statement on International Women 2019 Burmese VersioThe Karen Women Organization (KWO) welcomes another International Women’s Day. Our themes for this year is “Courage to Speak, Ending Impunity Now”. This year marks the 108th year of International Women’s Day. It is extremely important that we look back to celebrate the progress and achievements of women
- [KWO Responds to UN Statement](https://karenwomen.org/2019/08/05/kwo-responds-to-un-statement/) - Karen Women's Organization KWO always called on the sanction targeted the Burma Army including their business. Unless they feel hurt they will never reform and change their mentality. They will continue to act with impunity. KWO welcome and support the UN Fact-Finding Mission on Myanmar exposes military business ties, calls for targeted sanctions and arms embargoes
- [Statement on The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women](https://karenwomen.org/2019/11/25/kwo-statement-on-the-international-day-for-the-elimination-of-violence-against-women/) - Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. KWO is in solidarity with continued calls to end violence against women – not just during the 16-day Campaign but every day. Our theme, ‘Use your Power to Protect’ is reinforced by an urgency for those with authority to use their power responsibly.
- [KGWN Statement Welcoming Cases Against Burma for Genocide to ICJ](https://karenwomen.org/2019/12/08/kgwn-statement-welcoming-cases-against-burma-for-genocide-to-icj/) - The Karen Grassroots Women’s Network welcomes the cases against Burma for crimes against the Rohingya in conflict-torn Rakhine State. For decades, we have experienced and witnessed the abuse of ethnic people in Burma taking place with impunity. Accountability for the crimes committed are long overdue. This week State Counsellor, Daw Aung San Suu Kyi will head a
- [Joint Statement: KWO Joins Calls to Lift Mobile Internet Shutdown](https://karenwomen.org/2020/02/13/joint-statement-kwo-joins-calls-to-lift-mobile-internet-shutdown/) - KWO joins national and international non-governmental organizations in calls for the Burma government to end the mobile internet shutdown in Rakhine and Chin States, citing serious human rights concerns. In Karen State, the authorities have also been known to shut down the Internet without consulting civilians, leading to chaos and fear as communities struggle
- [KWO Statement in Support of Boycott of Military Companies](https://karenwomen.org/2020/02/17/kwo-statement-in-support-of-boycott-of-military-companies/) - KWO supports calls for a boycott of Burmese military companies. We call on the people of Burma to boycott products made by Burmese military companies, and we call on foreign embassies and donors in Burma to introduce policies to ensure that their money does not reach military companies. The statement is available in: English KWO
- [Statement:The Karen Grassroots Women's Network (KGWN) condemns the arrest of Karen human rights defenders](https://karenwomen.org/2020/02/20/statementthe-karen-grassroots-womens-network-kgwn-condemns-the-arrest-of-karen-human-rights-defenders/) - The Karen Grassroots Women's Network (KGWN) condemns the arrest of Karen human rights defenders Naw Ohn Hla, U Maung Oo, U Nge (aka) U Hsan Hlaing and Daw Sanda Myint who have been charged under the Peaceful Assembly Act 19/20. The activists joined demonstrations with residents of the Shwe Mya Sandi Housing Project after occupants
- [KWO Statement on International Women's Day](https://karenwomen.org/2020/03/08/kwo-statement-on-international-womens-day-4/) - KWO is pleased to be launching our latest publication on International Women's Day. Please see our statement in Karen, English and Burmese
- [Statement on KWO Day](https://karenwomen.org/2020/04/05/statement-on-kwo-day/) - Today, April 5 2020, the Karen Women's Organization celebrates 35 years of work committed to community leadership and women driven advocacy. We are pleased to share our statement celebrating our continued efforts as well as recognizing the work of the following women's leaders who recieved awards from KWO: Outstanding Karen Women Dedicating Herself to Karen
- [Refugee Day Statement](https://karenwomen.org/2020/06/19/refugee-day-statement/) - The Karen Women’s Organization (KWO) calls for sustainable solutions that uphold the dignity of refugees living along the Thai-Burma border. Refugees have been fleeing persecution for over 30-years. There are over 90 000 refugees on the border who have been resilient in their struggle, despite the many hardships they face. KWO condemns the human rights
- [Statement on the 73rd KNDO Day](https://karenwomen.org/2020/07/15/statement-on-the-73rd-kndo-day/) - In a formal letter addressed to Karen people all around the world on the 73rd Karen National Defence Organization day, KWO calls for unity for our organization and nation to preserve and uphold our work for justice and equality for all. Download the statement in Karen here.
- [Statement: KWO Strongly Condemns Attack on Karen Civilian Woman by the Burma Army](https://karenwomen.org/2020/07/21/statement-kwo-strongly-condemns-attack-on-karen-civilian-woman-by-the-burma-army/) - The Karen Women’s Organization (KWO) condemns the brutal murder of a civilian woman, Mu Naw, who was killed at point-blank range in Karen State by two Burma Army soldiers. This unprovoked taking of a young woman’s life, a mother of three, is yet another stark and tragic reminder of the terrors the Burma Army is
- [Statement on Karen Martyrs' Day](https://karenwomen.org/2020/08/07/statement-on-karen-martyrs-day/) - In recognition of the 70th Karen Martyrs' Day, KWO sends well wishes to Karen people all around the world, and reminds them to be strong, united and work together for a future that celebrates our history and values. Download the statement in Karen here.
- [Statement Calling for Release of Karen Martyrs' Day Organizers](https://karenwomen.org/2020/08/14/statement-calling-for-release-of-karen-martyrs-day-organizers/) - 14 August 2020: The Karen Women's Organization (KWO) condemns the arrest of three Karen organizers who were brought to a police station for questioning on Karen Martyrs’ Day in Yangon on 12 August 2020. Ma Sein Htwe is being charged under Article 19 of the Peaceful Procession and Peaceful Assembly law for organizing last year's
- [KWO International Peace Day Statement 2020](https://karenwomen.org/2020/09/21/kwo-international-peace-day-statement-2020/) - 21 September 2020: The Karen Women’s Organization (KWO) welcomes International Peace Day by calling for genuine and inclusive peace in Burma. This year's theme, ‘Shaping Peace Together,’ recognizes the importance of equal access and participation in all matters related to peace. Yet in Burma, women have been unfairly sidelined from participating and are seriously underrepresented
- [KWO & KHRG Release Joint Statement On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women](https://karenwomen.org/2020/11/25/kwo-khrg-release-joint-statement-on-the-international-day-for-the-elimination-of-violence-against-women/) - The Karen Human Rights Group (KHRG) and the Karen Women’s Organisation (KWO) would like to unite their voices in support of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. The observation of November 25 as a day to call attention to acts of sexual, physical, or psychological harm committed against women and girls
- [Statement by KPSN on Violence in Northern Karen State](https://karenwomen.org/2021/01/18/statement-by-kpsn-on-violence-in-northern-karen-state/) - Currently, in Karen state of Burma, Burma Army is intruding Karen territories, indiscriminately fired heavy mortars, injured and killed local Karen communities and causing thousands of peoples to displaced and hide in jungle in this extreme hardship. The Army ignores Nationwide Ceasefire Agreement signed with KNU and even violates its own unilateral countrywide ceasefire declared
- [Statement: KWO stands with Doo Tha Htu District's Civilians Demanding Withdrawal of Burma Army Troops & An Immediate end to Fighting](https://karenwomen.org/2021/01/28/statement-kwo-stands-with-doo-tha-htu-districts-civilians-demanding-withdrawal-of-burma-army-troops-an-immediate-end-to-fighting/) - 28 January 2021: The Karen Women’s Organization (KWO) supports the calls of over 2,000 Karen villagers who demonstrated yesterday and on the 24th of January in Doo Tha Htu District to demand the withdrawal of the Burma Army and an end to fighting. This is not the first time that Karen civilians have demonstrated against
- [Statement By European Karen Network](https://karenwomen.org/2021/03/28/statement-by-european-karen-network/) - EU Must Act in Response to Bombing in Karen State and Killing of Protesters The European Karen Network, representing Karen communities in Europe, calls for urgent action by the European Union in response to the use of jet aircraft to bomb villagers in Karen state, and the killing of more than 100 protesters across the
- [“Nothing About Us Without Us” Video on Refugee Return with KWO Secretary Dah Eh Kler](https://karenwomen.org/2012/12/19/nothing-about-us-without-us-video-on-refugee-return-with-kwo-secretary-dah-eh-kler/) - Burma Partnership released this video about refugee's views on repatriation and the current process. Filmed and Directed by Timothy Syrota The video features refugees, human rights leaders, and UNHCR. KWO has been a leading voice for refugee direct participation in planning and implementing any refugee return once conditions make return possible. We do not believe
- [KWO meeting in Htam Hin Refugee Camp](https://karenwomen.org/2011/10/06/kwo-meeting-in-htam-hin-refugee-camp/) - KWO leaders hold countless meetings inside refugee camps to discuss issues affecting the community. This meeting at Htam Hin camp was held with a member of the KWO Executive Committee.
- [KWO Camp Support](https://karenwomen.org/2012/02/17/kwo-camp-support/) - The KWO Camp Support project assists elected KWO position holders in 7 camps with very small monthly stipends and funds some of the running costs of in-camp KWO offices, enabling women to work more effectively in community management. The camp offices provide a place to meet, plan, coordinate, and learn.
- [Baby Kits](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/03/baby-kits-3/) - KWO provides "Baby Kits" to new mothers in Karen State. The kits help ease the first year of having a new child by provided nappies, soap, laundry powder, a new sarong, among other things. KWO leaders also provide education about caring for a newborn when the kit is delivered.
- [KWO Organizing Trip into Pa 'an District in Karen State](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/06/kwo-organizing-trip-into-pa-an-district-in-karen-state/) - KWO staff and leaders often have to walk long distances to get to villages and townships within Karen State. The weeks of walking are our only way to talk directly to the Karen living there about important issues in our community.
- [Baby Kits](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/25/baby-kits/) - Goal: To improve the health and wellbeing of mothers and newborn babies in Karen State KWO has supplied new mothers and babies with baby kits that comprise basic material needs for the mother and child within the first few months after birth. KWO also provides them with information on family and reproductive health issues. In
- [Baby Kits](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/25/baby-kits-2/) - Do the Kits help? Naw Noe Noe, mother of three daughters and 2 two sons said: "After I delivered my baby, I got a Baby Kit and it was invaluable for me and my child. The Baby Kit fulfilled my needs and really helped my family. In the past I never saw this kind of
- [Baby Kit Monitoring trip to Doo Tha Htu, Taw Oo, Kler Lwee Htu and Doo Pla Ya Districts](https://karenwomen.org/2013/06/20/baby-kit-monitoring-trip-to-doo-tha-htu-taw-oo-kler-lwee-htu-and-doo-pla-ya-districts/) - In March and April, 2013 KWO were able to conduct Baby Kits Project Monitoring trip to four of the districts inside Karen state of Burma. Please kindly see some pictures that were taken during the trip at different district. We were very surprised to see many men accompanied their wives. And in some cases they
- [Baby Kits monitoring Photos (Tavoy District)](https://karenwomen.org/2014/05/12/baby-kit-photos-tavoy-district/)
- [Baby Kits and Women's Health Project TOT Training(2015)](https://karenwomen.org/2015/02/24/baby-kits-and-womens-health-project-tot-training2015/) - KWO successfully conducted "Baby kits and women's health" TOT training in January 2015 inside Karen State. The training lasted about two weeks started from 20th to 30th January. The participants came from the 7 districts, Ei Htu Hta IDP Camp and few central level Baby kits and women's health project staff members. There were 25
- [KWO Team Creates  A Kid Friendly Environment in Displaced Villages](https://karenwomen.org/2016/09/25/kwo-team-creating-a-friendly-environment-with-kids-in-displaced-village/) - As we reported earlier a KWO team went to distribute the emergency supplies to recently displaced Karen families in two Karen Villages. Our team also bought some refreshment for children to help make them happier in this difficult situation. These are pictures from the visit.
- [Karen Villagers Voice Their Concerns](https://karenwomen.org/2013/11/27/karen-villagers-voice-their-concerns/) - Click the link below for an informative video about stories from the Karen community about their hopes for the future. Karen Villagers Voice Their Concerns
- [Burma Army Patrols Unsettle, Resettled Displaced Karen](https://karenwomen.org/2013/11/27/burma-army-patrols-unsettle-resettled-displaced-karen/) - Despite being resettled, displaced Karen villagers in Thar Mae Plaw, in southern Burma, are still living in fear after the Burma Army repeatedly entered their newly resettled site. Saw Honny, a relief worker helping the displaced to resettle in Thar Mae Plaw spoke to Karen News. “Burma Army, Infantry Battalion 101, about 26 soldiers led
- [International Day of Action for Rivers and Against Dams 14th March, 2015](https://karenwomen.org/2015/03/15/international-day-of-action-for-rivers-and-against-dams-14th-march-2015/) - On 14th March, 2015 KWO joined the event campaign of " Salween, Not for Sale!" And "No Dam" Which was organised by Karen Rivers Watch(KRW) on the International Day of Actoin for Rivers and Against Dams. There were more than 500 people from the local areas and others Karen community based Organisations such as KSNG,KESAN,
- [KWO Conducted Need Assessment at Mae Tha Waw Areas](https://karenwomen.org/2016/09/19/kwo-conducted-need-assessment-at-mae-tha-waw-areas/) - Recent fighting between the DKBA and BGF broke out on 2 September 2016 forcing more than 4000 people to run for safety in the Myaing Gyi Ngu Monestery On 18th September a few KWO Senior staff went to Htee Thay Khee and Naw Tar Villages to assess the needs of the villagers in the
- [KWO Celebrates International Day of Peace Event on 21 September 2016](https://karenwomen.org/2016/09/21/kwo-celebrates-international-day-of-peace-event-on-21-september-2016/) - KWO Celebrates International Day of Peace Event in Karen State Today, In recognition of International Day of Peace, KWO conducted the International Day of Peace event in Noh Paw Htee, Dew Loe Township, Mu Traw district. And there are a total of 1,246 participants which 538 are Female and 708 are Males from more than 20
- [More images of International Day of Peace in Mu Traw District](https://karenwomen.org/2016/09/21/more-images-of-international-day-of-peace-in-mu-traw-district/)
- [Message from KWO on Stop Violence Against Women Day](https://karenwomen.org/2018/11/24/message-from-kwo-on-stop-violence-against-women-day/) - Today is a very important day for all women all over the world. November 25th is the day when all people in the world should give their time to recognize and honor all the women who have suffered from violence and at the same time, make a commitment to stop the violence. Please see our
- [KWO Three Year Report for 2014, 2015 and 2016](https://karenwomen.org/2017/09/02/kwo-three-year-report-for-2014-2015-and-2016/) - A selection of figures from some of our projects: 6,087 children were supported through KWO Nursery schools in 2014; 5,939 in 2015 and 5,693 in 2016. Nursery schools are in 6 districts of Karen State, 2 refugee camps in Thailand, and Ee Tu Hta IDP camp. 11,194 Baby kits were distributed to women in 2014,
- [KWO Successfully Distributes Emergency Assistance to Recently Displaced Families](https://karenwomen.org/2016/09/25/kwo-successfully-distributes-emergency-assistance-to-recently-displaced-families/) - On 24th September 2016, a KWO team went to Naw Ta and Htee Thay Khee Villages to distribute clothing, pots, plates, spoons, mats, blankets, and new born baby care kits to all of the Internally Displaced People there. The materials distributed today were for children and adults, both men and women. We distributed everything needed
- [KWO Staff Faces Challenges in the Field](https://karenwomen.org/2019/07/15/kwo-staff-faces-challenges-in-the-field/) - The working conditions for staff at KWO are not always easy, especially when going into the field to provide training, organizing trips, or monitoring our projects in the camps and in Karen State. Rarely everything goes exactly as planned, and many times our staff is faced with new problems and challenges. Despite the challenges and
- [Media Release From the Karen Peace Support Network: Burma Army Kills Karen Community Leader Shopping for Food](https://karenwomen.org/2020/04/02/media-release-from-the-karen-peace-support-network-burma-army-kills-karen-community-leader-shopping-for-food/) - Media Release From the Karen Peace Support Network (KPSN) For Immediate Release 2nd April 2020 Burma Army Kills Karen Community Leader Shopping for Food On the evening of 31st March at around 7 pm, the Burma Army killed a Karen community leader who was shopping for food along with other villagers. He had previously gathered community
- [Letter on 35th Anniversary of KWO Day](https://karenwomen.org/2020/04/03/letter-on-35th-anniversary-of-kwo-day/) - To mark the 35th anniversary of KWO-Day, the KWO Chairperson P’doh Naw Paw Day Toe has addressed a formal letter to all KWO members and Karen people around the world. She calls for unity, for us to continue to work together for our organisation and nation - and to keep persevering in our work until
- [The Karen Women’s Organization Stands with Mu Traw District's Civilians Demanding Withdrawal of Burma Army Troops & Immediate End to Fighting](https://karenwomen.org/2021/01/07/the-karen-womens-organization-stands-with-mu-traw-districts-civilians-demanding-withdrawal-of-burma-army-troops-immediate-end-to-fighting/) - The Karen Women’s Organization (KWO) fully supports the calls of Karen villagers demanding the withdrawal of the Burma Army and an end to road construction projects in their areas. The Burma Army has long threatened their overall safety and security. KWO along with so many trying to live their lives in Burma is all too
- [KWO Formal Letter for Karen National Day](https://karenwomen.org/2021/02/10/kwo-formal-letter-for-karen-national-day/) - On the 73rd anniversary of Karen National Day, KWO sends our best wishes to Karen people all around the world, and reminds all of you to renew the love and spirit of our nation and to work together to liberate the strength of Karen people. Let us all be united until we reach our goal.
- [IKO Condemns Karen State Bombings and Mass Killings in Burma](https://karenwomen.org/2021/03/28/iko-condemns-karen-state-bombings-and-mass-killings-in-burma/) - The International Karen Organisation (IKO) strongly condemns the Burmese military fighter jets bombing our homeland again for the first time in almost thirty years. The first attacks came yesterday as the military killed more than 120 people across Burma. More bombings have taken place again today. Read in full here.
- [KWO 2011 - 2012 Two Year Update](https://karenwomen.org/2013/08/28/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
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- [](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/23/115/) - Adult Literacy teachers reviewed a survey on literacy rates in camps. KWO is committed to raising literacy rates and meeting the needs of our community. This strategic planning workshop is an important step in allowing teachers to make plans and think ahead.
- [KWO Adult Literacy Program](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/23/kwo-adult-literacy-program/) - KWO initially provided Literacy classes for beginners and Non-formal education classes for the newly literate in 5 refugee camps in Thailand and in Ei Tu Hta IDP camp in Karen State. In recent years, demand for these classes was decreasing. The reasons were not very clear but we received reports from community members that participants
- [INCOME GENERATION PROJECT](https://karenwomen.org/2012/02/17/income-generation-project/) - Our goal is to empower Karen refugee women to generate income for themselves and their families. The project started in 2003 to provide advanced training in weaving and sewing for women in the camps and to source weaving and sewing materials, thus increasing women's capacity to cre ate garments of a quality high enough
- [Traditional Birthing Assistants](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/07/traditional-birthing-assistants/) - Traditional Birthing Assistants are given training by KWO. They also provide all new mothers with a baby kit. It includes a few basics to help women get started with a new baby.
- [Women’s Health Project (Traditional Birth Attendant Support)](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/25/womens-health-project-traditional-birth-attendant-support/) - Although clinics are available in all the refugee camps, many women prefer the comfort of a home birth. Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs) assist with these births to ensure that the mother and child are safe. KWO encourages and advocates for TBAs in all 7 Karen camps and throughout Karen State. In Mae La Oon and
- [Speech from KWO Chairperson for Karen New Year](https://karenwomen.org/2021/01/11/speech-from-kwo-chairperson-for-karen-new-year/) - The KWO Chairperson speech for Karen New Year, celebrated on 13 January 2021. The Chairperson sends greetings of peace and unity to all with calls for the Karen spirit to be embraced through a love of our culture and traditions as we can come to the end of another year.
- [KWO is Grateful for Sponsor A Teacher Support](https://karenwomen.org/2021/01/05/kwo-is-grateful-for-sponsor-a-teacher-support/) - The Karen Women's Organization is grateful for all the support we have received for our Sponsor a Teacher program. Every child is entitled to an education and to live as full a life as possible. Burmese refugee children with, or without, disabilities deserve the same. Karen refugees from Burma have lived in camps in Thailand
- [Early Childhood Development Education (TOT) Training](https://karenwomen.org/2018/08/02/early-childhood-development-education-tot-training/) - In May 2018, the KWO Early Childhood Development Education project conducted TOT for project senior staff, field coordinators, trainers, head teachers and teachers. This TOT training had not been organized since 2014. In May we conducted this training in Mae Ra Moe camp. The training lasted 21 days starting on 7th May 2018 and
- [KWO Supporting the Kachin Communities Worldwide Urgent Demand of the  United Nations Security Council to Refer Burma  to the International Criminal Court](https://karenwomen.org/2018/05/10/kwo-supporting-the-kachin-communities-worldwide-urgent-demand-of-the-united-nations-security-council-to-refer-burma-to-the-international-criminal-court/) - [scribd id=378787303 key=key-qpC2rD2Klo7ilDHepn1v mode=scroll] Please click here to download the statement, English Version: KWO Statement on Supporting the Kachin Communities Worldwide Demands to UN English Version, 2018 [scribd id=378801902 key=key-Elf09VaUvgwcYplo7Kcw mode=scroll] Please click here to download the statement, Karen Version: KWO Statement on Supporting the Kachin Communities Worldwide Demands to UN Karen Version, 2018
- [KWO Special Education Project TOT Training](https://karenwomen.org/2018/08/03/kwo-special-education-project-tot-training/) - For the 2018-19-project period, KWO Special Education Project conducted TOT training in four places: Mae La and Ma Ra Moe, Bang Dong Yang, and Htam Him. Every year there are new teachers who need to be trained. From 9 to 18 May 2018, we conducted training for participants from three camps; Mae La, Umpiem and
- [Urgent Appeal Letter For Funding for KWO’s Early Childhood and Special Education Lunch Program](https://karenwomen.org/2019/03/15/urgent-appeal-letter-for-funding-for-kwos-early-childhood-and-special-education-lunch-program/) - As of April 2019, KWO will no longer receive support for the lunch programme provided through our Early Childhood Education project and Special Education project. KWO does not want to cut the lunch programme. Now more than ever, the vulnerable in the camps, need our support. "Our project promote Inclusive Education, conducts play sessions and home visits and supports the families of the disabled, including very young children with disabilities.
- [KWO Chair Person Speech on 34th Anniversary in Karen Version](https://karenwomen.org/2019/04/03/kwo-chair-person-speech-on-34th-anniversary-in-karen-version/) - Please download the full message here; KWO Chair Person Speech on 34th Anniversary of KWO On 5th of April 2019, KWO will mark the 34th Anniversary of KWO establishing. KWO would like to thanks all our donors, funders and all supporters for standing with KWO in promoting human rights, women's rights, Child right, Gender equality,
- [KWO ECD Project Seeks 2019 Funding](https://karenwomen.org/2019/08/08/kwo-ecd-project-seeks-2019-funding/) - We are seeking funding in 2019-20 to continue our early childhood education project in 7 districts in Karen State including Ee Htu Hta IDP camp on the banks of the Salween River. The project provides support to 100 nursery schools. The nursery schools provide basic education, safe day-care services, and a nutritious lunch to an
- [Formal message for the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.](https://karenwomen.org/2020/11/24/statement-for-the-international-day-for-the-elimination-of-violence-against-women/) - November 25 marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. The global 2020 theme is “from awareness to accountability.” KWO recognizes the efforts of women and men allies who have committed themselves to advocating for an end to gender-based violence. Their dedication and willingness ensure that the significance of this day is
- [Refugee Activists Discuss Pressure to Return from Thai-Myanmar Border at Chiang Mai Seminar](https://karenwomen.org/2017/09/19/refugee-activists-discuss-pressure-to-return-from-thai-myanmar-border-at-chiang-mai-seminar/) - At a public seminar in Thailand last week, Karen and Karenni officials raised concerns about the increasing pressure for refugees to return from the Thai-Myanmar border as international funding for camps dries up. “The refugees from the Thai-Myanmar border are not ready to return home,” said Naw Elizabeth, deputy director of the Karenni Education Department,
- [KWO Conducted Monitoring Trip for Nursery School Project in Mu Traw District](https://karenwomen.org/2016/10/03/kwo-conducted-monitoring-trip-for-nursery-school-project-in-mu-traw-district/) - On the 22nd of September a team of KWO Central leaders and staff conducted a monitoring trip to the Mu Traw District nursery schools located in Noh Paw Htee and Ken Daw villages supported by KWO. The team met with teachers and local KWO leaders responsible for the schools, observed schools in operation with teachers
- [KWO Message: On-Going Use of Rape by Burma Army](https://karenwomen.org/2016/12/05/kwo-message-on-going-use-of-rape-by-burma-army/) - 16 Days of Activism to Stop Violence Against Women KWO Message: On-going Sexual Violence by Burma Army During this current 16 Day Campaign to increase awareness about Violence Against Women, KWO feels obligated to raise our voices about the on-going use of rape and other forms of violence against women by the Burma Army. In
- [KWO Message for International Day of Elimination of Violence Against Women (Karen Version)](https://karenwomen.org/2013/11/27/kwo-message-for-international-day-of-elimination-of-violence-against-women-karen-version/) - Click the link below for the Karen version KWO's Message of International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women. Photos from International Stop Violence Against Women Day in Du The Htoo district, Karen State. Photos from International Stop Violence Against Women Day in Umphiem Mai camp. [scribd id=188480504 key=key-1j12dchbjuy8tgcgdcq7 mode=scroll]
- [KWO is in Urgent Need of a Volunteer](https://karenwomen.org/2017/01/17/kwo-is-in-urgent-need-of-a-volunteer/) - KWO is in urgent need of a volunteer who can come and work with us for a minimum of 6 months. Ideally, we would love a volunteer who is fluent in both the Karen language, as well as the English language. However, we are also happy if we can find a volunteer to work with
- [Displaced Karen demand Myanmar Army leave their ancestral lands](https://karenwomen.org/2017/06/22/displaced-karen-demand-myanmar-army-leave-their-ancestral-lands/) - https://youtu.be/zQXPQOUkKao Published on May 27, 2017 KESAN Channel On the day of the 2nd Panglong Union Peace Conference is taking place in Nay Pyi Taw, the displaced Karen people organized a public demonstration demanding the removal of the Burma Army camp from their ancestral lands, in order to facilitate their safe return and
- [Do not Abandon us (English Subtitle)](https://karenwomen.org/2017/06/22/do-not-abandon-us-english-subtitle/) - [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMz7WykVD1o&w=560&h=315] Published on Jun 20, 2017 KESAN Channel To commemorate the World Refugee Day on 20th June 2017, standing together with refugees, the Karen Peace Support Network (KPSN) would like to share the voices and concerns of Karen Refugees along the Thai -Burma border. The video "Don't abandon us" tells the story of refugees
- [ကြ်ႏ္ုပ္တို႕ကို ပစ္မထားပါႏွင့္ / Do not abandon us (Burmese Subtitle)](https://karenwomen.org/2017/06/22/ကြ်ႏ္ုပ္တို႕ကို-ပစ္မထား/) - [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSw2SBIy30g&w=560&h=315] KESAN Channel Published on Jun 20, 2017 ဇြန္လ ၂ဝ ရက္၊ ၂ဝ၁၇ ခုႏွစ္တြင္က်ေရာက္ေသာ ကမာၻ႕ဒုကၡသည္မ်ားေန႕ကို ေလးစားဂုဏ္ျပဳလ်က္ ကရင္ၿငိမ္းခ်မ္းေရးအေထာက္အကူျပဳကြန္ရက္ (KPSN) ကလူသားခ်င္းစာနာေထာက္ပံ့မႈအေထာက္အပံ့ေလွ်ာ့ခ်မႈကိုႀကံဳေတြ႕ရၿပီး လံုၿခံဳမႈမရွိေသးသည့္ မိမိေနရပ္ဌာေနသို႕ ျပန္ရန္တြန္းအားေပးခံေနရသည့္ဒုကၡသည္မ်ား၏လက္ရွိအခက္အခဲကို ဤရုပ္သံမွတ္တမ္းတိုတြင္ တင္ျပထားသည္။ ကရင္ဒုကၡသည္စခန္းႏွစ္ခုျဖစ္သည့္ မယ္လအူးႏွင့္မယ္ရာမလြန္ဒုကၡသည္စခန္းမ်ားအတြင္း၌ရိုက္ကူးေမးျမန္းမႈမ်ားကို ျပဳလုပ္ကာ ဤမွတ္တမ္းတိုေလးကို တင္ျပထားျခင္းျဖစ္သည္။
- [Special Education Project Updates 2016-2017](https://karenwomen.org/2017/07/10/special-education-project-updates-2016-2017/) - Thanks to the generosity of our donors, individual sponsors and support from the community, KWO was able to continue the Special Education Project successfully throughout the 2016-17 school year. We thank you for your encouragement and assistance. We are looking forward to the new year and hope you all stay with us! [scribd id=353370511 key=key-uhiDQDfYEHdf5QhqxMcY
- [Sponsor a teacher : For one dollar a day!](https://karenwomen.org/2017/08/30/sponsor-a-teacher-for-one-dollar-a-day/) - For one dollar a day Every child is entitled to an education and to live as full a life as possible. Refugee children with, or without, disabilities deserve the same. Indigenous Karen people from Burma have lived as refugees in camps in Thailand for a long time. We formed the Karen Women's Organization to strengthen
- [Ei Htu Hta IDPs Supporting Committee Letter of Appeal for Continued Cross Border Humanitarian Aid](https://karenwomen.org/2017/09/05/ei-htu-hta-idps-supporting-committee-letter-of-appeal-for-continued-cross-border-humanitarian-aid/) - Download the letter of appeal in English here: Ei-Htu-Hta-IDPs-Supporting-Committee-Appeal-letter
- [The Nightmare Returns: Karen Hopes for Peace and Stability Dashed by Burma Army's Actions](https://karenwomen.org/2018/04/26/the-nightmare-returns-karen-hopes-for-peace-and-stability-dashed-by-burma-armys-actions/) - [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iIN7-aCVuQQ&w=560&h=315] On March 4th, the Burma Army began the largest and most coordinated deployment of troops into Karen State’s Mutraw (Hpapun) district since 2008, breaching the terms of the NCA and provoking multiple clashes with the Karen National Liberation Army’s (KNLA) 5th Brigade. Burma Army soldiers have indiscriminately targeted civilians while more than 2,400 villagers have
- [SAW O MOO: Defender of Indigenous Karen Territories, the Environment and Way of Life](https://karenwomen.org/2018/05/08/saw-o-moo-defender-of-indigenous-karen-territories-the-environment-and-way-of-life/) - KWO sends our heartfelt condolences to the remaining members of Saw O Moo's family in this very sad time after he was killed by Burma Army soldiers last month. In his honor, we want to share his life story and achievements with our friends and colleagues all over the world. That we may learn from
- [Ethnic Women ‘Ignored, Abused And Victimized’](https://karenwomen.org/2014/04/24/ethnic-women-ignored-abused-and-victimized/) - In an exclusive interview with Karen News, the Secretary of the Karen Women’s Organization (KWO), a community based organisation representing more than 49,000 women including refugees in Thailand and internally displaced persons inside Burma, said that ethnic women were second-class citizens in their own country. “We are not only ignored, we are being abused and
- [KWO Delegation Attends Historic ASEAN People's Forum in Rangoon](https://karenwomen.org/2014/03/24/kwo-delegation-attends-historic-asean-peoples-forum-in-rangoon/) - 24 March 2014 The ASEAN Civil Society Conference/People’s Forum was held in Yangon. Over 3,000 civil society representatives from the ASEAN region were present at the conference, the largest number of participants since the conference began in 2005. This was the first year KWO participated in the ACSC/APF and our participation in the conference allowed
- [KWO Secretary Naw K'nyaw Paw Speaks at UN Security Council Side Event about Sexual Violence](https://karenwomen.org/2014/04/29/kwo-secretary-naw-knyaw-paw-speaks-at-un-security-council-side-event-about-sexual-violence/) - Statement by Naw K'nyaw Paw at the Side Event to the Open Debate of the United Nations Security Council on Conflict-Related Sexual Violence New York, April 24, 2014 Ms Naw K'nyaw Paw Nimrod, Secretary of the Karen Women’s Organization and Member of the Executive Committee of the Women’s League for Burma Your Excellency Madame Zainab
- [KWO Speaks in British Parliament – Meets DFID Minister](https://karenwomen.org/2015/03/11/kwo-speaks-in-british-parliament-meets-dfid-minister/) - [scribd id=258323416 key=key-XMLZdmQ71KQymBf1tPTu mode=scroll]
- [KWO Press Release on Launching New Report "Salt in the Wound"](https://karenwomen.org/2015/11/24/kwo-press-release-on-launching-new-report-salt-in-the-wound/) - [scribd id=290993647 key=key-4wpsNLuYk3mZJ4VrkBLR mode=scroll] [scribd id=290993663 key=key-chlO4v6bTrOm0US4I8Yk mode=scroll] [scribd id=290993630 key=key-6LwSbm6zvY76K1BLsqx8 mode=scroll]
- [KWO New Report: Salt In The Wound](https://karenwomen.org/2015/11/24/kwo-new-report-salt-in-the-wound/) - On this important day, 25th of November we recognize the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Today we pay tribute to all women who have suffered violence, and we honour your strength. As part of KWO's efforts to eliminate violence against women, we take part every year in the "16 Days of Activism" Campaign,
- [International Women's Day Background Briefing Pamphlet](https://karenwomen.org/2016/03/07/3060/) - Background Briefing of International Women's Day - By KWO in Karen Version
- [KWO Special Education Project Changing Lives - Changing Communities](https://karenwomen.org/2016/03/16/kwo-special-education-project-changing-lives-changing-communities/) - Saw Moo Ler Poe is 6 years old and lives in Umpiem refugee camp on the Thai/Burma border. In 2011 he was suffering from severe malnutrition and multiple disabilities, including speech and developmental problems. That year he enrolled in the KWO Special Education project. When he first came to us, he couldn't turn his body
- [KWO Message on International Day of Peace 21 September, 2016 Karen Version](https://karenwomen.org/2016/09/20/kwo-message-on-international-day-of-peace-21-september-2016-karen-version/) - In recognition of International Day of Peace on the 21 September, 2016 we, KWO would like to share our message with everyone and hope to see "Genuine and Sustainable Peace" in Burma soon. KWO main theme for this year is " Sustainable Peace , need genuine women's participation". Please see KWO Message in Karen for more information.
- [Follow up Updates on KWO Need Assessments in Htee Thay Khee and Naw  Hta Villages](https://karenwomen.org/2016/09/21/follow-up-updates-on-kwo-need-assessments-in-htee-thay-khee-and-naw-hta-villages/) - KWO conducted a need assessment in Htee Thay Khee and Naw Hta, between the 18 - 20 Sept 2016. The total number of IDPs is 530 and they are from Ler Peh Dea,Jay Baw Klo, Thay Kaw, Poe Chit Lea, Nya Mer Tay Hta, Oo Moo Kee and Mae Wah village.The latest number of newly
- [KWO Update: Emergency Distributions to the new Internally Displaced People](https://karenwomen.org/2016/09/22/kwo-update-emergency-distributions-to-the-new-internally-displaced-people/) - Today, 22nd of September 2016 KWO team together with some other community supporters went to Naw Hta Village and distributed the emergency needs for the recent displaced people. All of the materials that we districted are shown in pictures below.
- [Karen Women's Seminar results in new organization: Karen Women for Peace](https://karenwomen.org/2012/12/10/karen-womens-seminar-results-in-new-organization-karen-women-for-peace/) - Responding to Karen Women Participation as provided in UNSCR 1325 Date: 28th, November 2012 The first Karen Women Seminar was successfully held from 24th to 26th of November 2012. The meeting was attended by more than 40 Karen women who are working in a wide variety of fields including education, health, social work, emergency assistance,
- [Reflection on Refugee Return: Youth Drawing Competition](https://karenwomen.org/2013/06/20/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;
- [World Refugee Day Event in Umphiem and Mae La Camp](https://karenwomen.org/2013/06/22/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
- [KWO Condemns Escalating Violence in Karen State](https://karenwomen.org/2021/01/20/the-karen-womens-organization-condemns-escalating-violence-in-karen-state-calls-for-an-urgent-response-by-the-international-community/) - 20 January 2021: The Karen Women’s Organization (KWO) condemns the latest attacks by the Burma Army in northern Karen State against innocent civilians. These merciless encroachments of villager rights must end. They warrant an immediate humanitarian response by the international community. Karen civilians are being killed and injured and are being forced to flee so
- [Elderly Care](https://karenwomen.org/2012/02/16/elderly-care/) - The Elderly Care Project was established in Ei Tu Hta (IDP) camp in April 2007. This project has grown from supporting an initial 26 elderly people in the camp, to over 170 today. In other camps, KWO staff and members continue to offer moral support and encouragement to the elderly. Funded Elderly Care Projects are
- [Emerging Leaders School (ELS)](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/25/emerging-leaders-school-els/) - The KWO Emerging Leaders School (ELS) was started in 2008. The course ran 2 times for 10 months each time, between April 2008 and March 2009 and a similar period in 2009-2010. The project aims to provide a higher level of education for young women, than the KYWLS curriculum and to prepare the students more
- [Urgent Call for Support for Flood Victims](https://karenwomen.org/2020/08/24/urgent-call-for-support-for-flood-victims/) - KWO is urgently calling for support for those impacted by recent flooding in Ei Htu Hta camp.As of 24 August 2020, water levels in the Salween River continue to rise. As a result, recent flooding along the river banks has damaged homes in nearby villages and Ei Hta Hta IDP camp. The flooding has not
- [Op-ed: Pandemic aftermath threatens refugee livelihoods](https://karenwomen.org/2020/08/24/op-ed-pandemic-aftermath-threatens-refugee-livelihoods/) - The following op-ed was published in the Bangkok Post by KWO Joint Secretary 1, Naw Ta Mla Saw and Maggi Quadrini. As the Covid-19 situation in Thailand eases, and the kingdom gradually lifts movement restrictions, the needs of refugees living along the border with Myanmar in camps must not be overlooked. Over the past few
- [KWO Endorses Letter by Karen Peace Support Network](https://karenwomen.org/2020/08/20/kwo-endorses-statement-by-karen-peace-support-network/) - Burma is suffering economic hardship during COVID-19 pandemic, and to relief the situation, they designed COVID-19 Economic Relief Plan and trying passing it through parliament. The designed plans will implement the interests of government’s and military elites and the plan will not benefit to ethnic peoples but will only brought challenges and disasters. Thus, together
- [Refugee Panel Presentation by KWO General Secretary](https://karenwomen.org/2020/08/05/refugee-panel-presentation-by-kwo-general-secretary/) - On 5 August 2020, the General Secretary of the Karen Women's Organization, Naw K'nyaw Paw, joined a panel discussion addressing the situation of refugees living along the Thai-Burma border. Her presentation can be viewed here in full.
- [KWO In Solidarity With Protesting Villagers Calling for Retreat of Burma Army Soldiers](https://karenwomen.org/2020/07/28/kwo-in-solidarity-with-protesting-villagers-calling-for-retreat-of-burma-army-soldiers/) - The Karen Women’s Organization stands in solidarity with 4650 villagers who started marching at 7AM this morning from Taung Thone Lone Burma Army Post to Ka Ma Maung, Papun, demanding the immediate retreat and withdraw all Burma Army battalions from their villages. They’ll be marching today until 2PM. The act of resilience and defiance from these
- [The Karen Women’s Organization Supports Villagers Protesting   Burma Army Abuses](https://karenwomen.org/2020/07/22/the-karen-womens-organization-supports-villagers-protesting-burma-army-abuses/) - The Karen Women’s Organization strongly supports the demands of villagers from Dweh Lo township, Mutraw district, who are calling for the withdrawal of four Burma Army camps near their villages. We stand firmly with the 1,524 individuals who are protesting against the Burma Army for killing innocent civilians. Last week, Naw Mu Naw was shot
- [Report from KPSN Virus Warfare: Burma Army destruction of Karen community defences against COVID-19](https://karenwomen.org/2020/06/17/report-from-kpsn-virus-warfare-burma-army-destruction-of-karen-community-defences-against-covid-19/) - A new report by the Karen Peace Support Network, Virus Warfare: Burma Army destruction of Karen community defences against COVID-19, brings attention to how the Burma Army has disrupted efforts by the Karen National union (KNU) to protect communities in their areas against COVID-19. The destruction of health screening checkpoints and military attacks have fuelled
- [KWO COVID-19 Response Report](https://karenwomen.org/2020/05/15/kwo-covid-19-response-report/) - At the beginning of March 2020, the Coronavirus COVID- 19 outbreak spread all around the world including in Thailand and Burma. The World Health Organization and then governments in each country released statements for preventing the spread and a set of regulations for the public to follow. This included Thailand and Burma. As KWO received
- [COVID-19 Awareness Graphics](https://karenwomen.org/2020/04/23/covid-19-awareness-graphics/) - Graphics produced by KWO are a kind reminder to our community to stay safe and informed about COVID-19. We are stronger if we all work to support one another and take the right steps to protect our health. English Version Karen Version
- [KWO Joins Calls for Immediate Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict in Myanmar](https://karenwomen.org/2020/04/16/kwo-joins-cso-calls-for-immediate-protection-of-civilians-in-armed-conflict-in-myanmar/) - The Karen Women's Organization is disturbed by the ongoing and increasing conflict in Rakhine and Chin States. We, along with 138 civil society organizations, condemn this violence and targeting of civilians and call for their immediate protection. Read the statement in full: Joint Statement: BurmeseDownload Joint Statement: EnglishDownload
- [Media Release from Salween Peace Park](https://karenwomen.org/2020/04/03/media-release-from-salween-peace-park/)
- [Bangladesh: End Internet Blackout to Protect Public Health of Rohingya Refugees and Host Communities](https://karenwomen.org/2020/04/02/bangladesh-end-internet-blackout-to-protect-public-health-of-rohingya-refugees-and-host-communities/) - 50 organizations call for end to communication restrictions and fencing in Cox’s Bazar The Karen Women's Organization joins calls to the Bangladesh government to restore mobile internet access and halt the construction of barbed wire fencing around the Rohingya refugee camps in Cox’s Bazar District. Read the full-statement in English here.
- [KWO Condemns Burma Army’s Indiscriminate Firing on Villagers in Rakhine and Chin States](https://karenwomen.org/2020/03/27/the-karen-womens-organization-condemns-burma-armys-indiscriminate-firing-on-villagers-in-rakhine-and-chin-states/) - The Karen Women’s Organization (KWO) calls for the immediate withdrawal of the Burmese Army from civilian areas in Rakhine and Chin States, based on the deteriorating human rights situation and the reopening of internet access. The rise in attacks on civilians shows a blatant disregard for the lives of innocent villagers and rule of law.
- [KWO Report: "Kill Me Instead of Them"](https://karenwomen.org/2020/03/08/latest-report-available-kill-me-instead-of-them/) - We are pleased to announce the release of our publication, "Kill Me Instead of Them," a report on the resilience of Karen women village chiefs. Download the report: Karen English Download the briefer: Karen English We will soon share a version in Burmese as well. Thank you to our friends at Asia Justice and Rights
- [Media Advisory: Invitation to Report Launch](https://karenwomen.org/2020/03/05/media-advisory-invitation-to-report-launch/) - KWO is excited to announce the upcoming launch of our latest publication, 'Kill Me Instead of Them’: A Report on the Resilience of Karen Women Village Chiefs, on International Women's Day. All our welcome to join us on 8 March 2020 from That Bay Hta at KECD Meeting Hall in Karen State. Read our Media
- [KWO Address on Karen National Day](https://karenwomen.org/2020/02/11/kwo-address-on-karen-national-day/) - KWO Chairperson has addressed a formal letter to all Karen people around the world on the 72nd anniversary of Karen National Day. On this day, in 1948, four hundred thousand Karen people demonstrated on 11 February demanding freedom for our homeland with four demand:1. Give the Karen State at once (Self determination )2.Show Burman one
- [KWO Address on 71st Karen Revolution Day](https://karenwomen.org/2020/01/27/kwo-address-on-71st-karen-revolution-day/) - Our KWO Vice ChairPerson gave a speech for the 71st Karen Revolution Day and shared greetings of peace and unity, best wishes and respect to leaders, staff and Karen civilians. Unfortunately, the Burma Army continues to use war tactics and strategies in their attempts to destroy the Karen culture. We remain committed to our work
- [KWO Congratulates Recent KYWLS Graduates](https://karenwomen.org/2020/01/13/kwo-congratulates-recent-kywls-graduates/) - KWO is so proud of the recent graduates from the Karen Young Women Leadership School! The 17th group of students graduated at a ceremony this weekend. Guests from community school, community organisations attended as well as Dr. T Than Pyar College representatives. Speeches from the KWO leader and KNU leader took place and students were
- [2019: KWO in Review](https://karenwomen.org/2020/01/07/2019-kwo-in-review/) - It was a busy year at KWO and we are proud to share with you some of the highlights and accomplishments we were able to achieve in 2019. With the upcoming release of our bi-annual report, we look forward to sharing further insights into the scope of our work!
- [Women's League of Burma Celebrates 20-Years of Leadership](https://karenwomen.org/2019/12/09/womens-league-of-burma-celebrates-20-years-of-leadership/) - Happy 20-year anniversary to our sisters at the Women’s League of Burma! WLB was started in 1999. In an effort to bring solidarity and grow the women’s movement, WLB has been a strong force in raising the voices of women from different ethnic backgrounds across the country. KWO stands strong in support for the work
- [Worldwide Karen Community Welcomes the ICJ Genocide Case an ICC Investigation](https://karenwomen.org/2019/12/02/statement-by-the-worldwide-karen-community-worldwide-karen-community-welcomes-the-icj-genocide-case-an-icc-investigation/) - KWO has added our name to this list in solidarity with Karen civil society in support of the legal steps taken to hold Burma accountable for the crimes they have committed. For decades, the Karen have suffered under the same violence perpetrated by the Burma Army against many ethnic people. It is time for justice.
- [Do not make us run again: Burma Army Road Is NOT A Road to Peace](https://karenwomen.org/2019/11/27/do-not-make-us-run-again-burma-army-road-is-not-a-road-to-peace/) - “We don’t want civil-war anymore - we just want to live in peace.” In the latest video from the Salween Peace Park, civilians and leaders call for the Burma Army to retreat from their villagers and to halt construction plans for their new military road. These attempts to control Karen territory undermine ethnic preservation of
- [KWO Joins 49-Local Organisations Against World Bank’s $250 million Eastern Burma project](https://karenwomen.org/2019/11/26/kwo-in-solidarity-with-our-network-in-rejection-of-the-world-banks-planned-250-million-peaceful-and-prosperous-communities-project-ppcp-for-the-alleged-development-of-con/) - The Peaceful and Prosperous Communities Project (PPCP)’s stated objective is “to address the significant and historical underinvestment in public infrastructure, services, and support for market-oriented activities in areas of Myanmar that have suffered from long-running conflicts.” At the current time and in its current form, the project could undermine the rights of our Karen communities,
- [KWO Welcomes Winners of Human Rights Tulip Myanmar 2019](https://karenwomen.org/2019/11/23/kwo-welcomes-winners-of-human-rights-tulip-myanmar-2019/) - We are so proud of Women's League of Burma (WLB) to be recognised by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands as a recipient of the Human Rights Tulip Award! KWO is a founding member of WLB and long-time supporter of the grassroots advocacy that our sisters lead. A member of the KWO Central Executive Committee
- [Karen Grassroots Women's Network Holds Seminar in Hpa An](https://karenwomen.org/2019/10/27/karen-grassroots-womens-network-holds-seminar-in-hpa-an/) - The Karen Grassroots Women Network successfully organised and ran the 4th annual Karen women’s seminar in Lay Wah, Hpa-An District from 25 to 26 October 2019. Over the two days, 225 women representing 34 Karen women’s organisations, as well as individuals and village chiefs gathered to discuss Burma’s current political situation and how it impacts
- [Message from KWO on the International Day of Peace](https://karenwomen.org/2019/09/20/message-from-kwo-on-the-international-day-of-peace/) - In the lead up to the International Day of Peace, KWO recognizes the commitments made by women advocates and peace-builders in their community. At the national level, women continue to be under-represented. Their voices speak to change, resilience and much needed efforts to resolve Burma's civil war. We know that their participation - especially in
- [Naw K'nyaw speaks to Sydney Morning Herald](https://karenwomen.org/2019/09/05/naw-knyaw-speaks-to-sydney-morning-herald/) - General Secretary of KWO -Naw K'nyaw Paw- is featured in the Sydney Morning Herald highlighting the major decrease in funding to the refugee camps and the negative impact this is having on the mental health of those living there. The article touches on many key issues, including the challenges of refugee return, support for those
- [KWO Recognizes Mae Tao Clinic's 30th Anniversary](https://karenwomen.org/2019/07/15/kwo-recognizes-mae-tao-clinics-30th-anniversary/) - June 22, 2019, Karen Women’s Organization recognized Mae Tao Clinic for their 30 years of service to stateless people and those most vulnerable in our community with this certificate. Congratulations on your 30th anniversary, Mae Tao Clinic! We were honored to celebrate with you today!
- [Karen Women's Organization Receives International Women of Courage Award](https://karenwomen.org/2019/03/06/karen-womens-organization-receives-international-women-of-courage-award/) - Karen Women’s Organization International Women of Courage Award March 6, 2019 Naw K’nyaw Paw and the Karen Women’s Organization (KWO) are honored this year to accept the "International Women of Courage Award" from the US State Department. Naw K’nyaw Paw is accepting the award in Washington DC on behalf of the KWO. We were given
- [Uncertain Future!](https://karenwomen.org/2018/06/21/uncertain-future/) - From Karen Women's Organization and Karen News The IDPs return home with dignity and safety? “We do not dare to go back because of the landmines that are planted in the fields where we make our living. If we go back, we could lose our limbs at any moment.” Currently, the Burma Army’s operations in
- [KWO Celebrates 33rd Anniversary](https://karenwomen.org/2018/04/05/kwo-celebrates-33rd-anniversary/) - On the occasion of KWO’s 33rd anniversary, April 5, 2018, we celebrate our successes while also looking at our challenges ahead and how to overcome them. KWO will have it’s largest celebration of the anniversary in the Taw Oo District of Karen State led by the KWO Central leadership. The celebration includes a sport competition, a
- [Third Karen Women's Seminar held in Karen State](https://karenwomen.org/2018/03/30/third-karen-womens-seminar-held-in-karen-state/) - KWO is excited to announce the formation of a new a new "Karen Grassroots Women's Network" which will strengthen the voice of Karen women in advocacy efforts. KWO gathered women from a wide variety of Karen civil society organisations for the third Karen Women's Seminar at the end of March 2018. The women discussed issues for
- [KWO Receives Women of Change Award](https://karenwomen.org/2018/03/29/kwo-receives-women-of-change-award/) - KWO was awarded a Women of Change award by the United States Embassy in Rangoon. The Women of Change Award is a U.S.Embassy initiative "to recognize Myanmar women who have made significant and lasting contributions to their communities..." DVB coverage Burmese Karen news coverage - English Irrawaddy Coverage - English Frontier - Myanmar Coverage - English
- [KWO Campaign, Stop Domestic Violence Against Women and Children, 16 Days of Activism](https://karenwomen.org/2017/11/27/kwo-campaign-stop-domestic-violence-against-women-and-children-16-days-of-activism/) - On the 23rd of November, KWO members and leaders were excited to launch our 16 day International Days for the Elimination of Violence against Women Campaign. The KWO campaign focus this year, is "Stop Domestic Violence Against Women and Children". We will have activities in 7 Karen Refugees Camps and 7 districts in Karen State for members
- [KWO Message International Day to Stop Violence against Women](https://karenwomen.org/2016/11/25/kwo-message-international-day-to-stop-violence-against-women/) - Today is the special day, recognized in the world, to bring attention to efforts to stop violence against women. The 25th of November is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and is also the opening day for the annual Campaign that will last for 16 days and which highlights community-based activism
- [KWO Message on Karen's Whist Tying Celebration ( Karen Version)](https://karenwomen.org/2016/08/17/kwo-message-on-karens-whist-tying-celebration-karen-version/) - KWO Message on Karen's Whist Tying Day Celebration in Karen Language [scribd id=321484353 key=key-0TPAiBQthCrJtjQYRh8N mode=scroll]
- [Naw K'nyaw Paw, Secretary of KWO Interviewed by RFA Karen Language TV Program Regarding "21st Century Panglong Conference"](https://karenwomen.org/2016/07/22/naw-knyaw-paw-secretary-of-kwo-interviewed-by-rfa-karen-language-tv-program-regarding-21st-century-panglong-conference/) - On 15th-16th July, 2016 , Karen Peace Support Network(KPSN) successfully conducted meeting with a total of approximately 30 participants to discuss about strengthening peace support network within Karen community. Most of the discussion based on the current political issues and peace process updates including the new civilian government of Burma announcement on conducting "21st Century Panglong
- [KWO Chair Speech on KWO Day](https://karenwomen.org/2016/04/06/kwo-chair-speech-on-kwo-day/) - KWO Chair Speech on KWO Day
- [KWO Calls for Action on International Women's day, 2016](https://karenwomen.org/2016/03/09/kwo-calls-for-action-on-international-womens-day-2016/) - KWO Calls for Actions on 8th March, 2016: Pledge for Parity ( Pamphlet in Karen Version)
- [KWO Marks International Women's Day](https://karenwomen.org/2016/03/08/kwo-marks-international-womens-day/) - Thousands of Karen people joined KWO in celebrating International Women's Day in 8 sites in both the refugee camps and inside Karen State Burma. KWO marked the day by calling for the Government of Burma, the Karen National Union and other EAO's to meet their commitments to women and include them in decision making roles
- [Recognition of Karen Women's Skills, Talents and Contributions toward Our Community on International Women's Day 8th March, 2016](https://karenwomen.org/2016/03/07/karen-womens-leader-for-international-womens-day2016/) - On this Int'l Women's Day, We, KWO would like to honor some of the Karen Women who work for our community and also share their skills and talents, which bring more recognition toward Karen Ethnic Nationality around the world. We respect each and all of these women for their hard working and will continue to
- [International Women's Day Background and Banners that created by KWO for 2016 event](https://karenwomen.org/2016/03/07/for-international-womens-day-background-and-banner/) - Background [scribd id=302852873 key=key-cEfLeqiebeq8QUQ94KeA mode=scroll] Banner [scribd id=302853403 key=key-NhaXr9nBfcuFWI7TorNd mode=scroll] [scribd id=302853459 key=key-PBuFYQBuui2JvaKMEyLF mode=scroll] [scribd id=302853554 key=key-hADK0KrTF8KnKYG9A5AZ mode=scroll] [scribd id=302853786 key=key-wmqrAaXPDCl80ncVpKuB mode=scroll] [scribd id=302853921 key=key-Egp3j249kQx7NOGyi2k0 mode=scroll] [scribd id=302854062 key=key-Tlv7slQOPXIolWTcZZWJ mode=scroll]
- [KWO Magazine  volume 3 Issue 7 (September to December) 2015](https://karenwomen.org/2016/02/15/kwo-magazine-volume-3-issue-7-september-to-december-2015/) - [scribd id=299308207 key=key-zFx70TJ8qGE72wRz1xa6 mode=scroll] [scribd id=299308332 key=key-LEF8sHTMRF2HtlBOhZ7C mode=scroll]
- [KWO Message for Karen Revolution Day 2016](https://karenwomen.org/2016/01/30/kwo-message-for-karen-revolution-day-2016/) - [scribd id=297180539 key=key-WEb46upsiCtiegNlHr9C mode=scroll]
- [KWO Message for Karen New Year (Karen Version)](https://karenwomen.org/2016/01/07/kwo-message-for-karen-new-year-karen-version/) - [scribd id=294792091 key=key-eOVzNnbEymu4lkaULTFo mode=scroll]
- [KWO Message on International Human Rights Day, English Version](https://karenwomen.org/2015/12/09/kwo-message-on-international-human-rights-day-english-version/) - [scribd id=292789396 key=key-OryLSac3g3ZVpvRTaf0d mode=scroll]
- [opening ceremony of stop violence against women day](https://karenwomen.org/2015/11/25/opening-ceremony-of-stop-violence-against-women-day/) - Day 1 of the 16 days activisms starts today. To day November 25th is the Elimination of Violence Against Women day. We share some activities photos in towns and camps. More activities photos from camps and Karen state will come. Please look forward to see them.
- [KWO Constitution Burmese (Version)](https://karenwomen.org/2015/10/21/kwo-constitution-burmese-version/) - [scribd id=286181475 key=key-6XhmXOB8hOfEZTLwVJyF mode=scroll]
- [KWO Brochure](https://karenwomen.org/2015/10/21/kwo-brochure/) - Karen Version [scribd id=286179143 key=key-FiXMx0HQssKTvrYpx6m7 mode=scroll] English Version [scribd id=286178981 key=key-WniC3OmKxaJHYmloNUHa mode=scroll]
- [Karen Civil Society Organizations have lost trust in the Nationwide Ceasefire Agreement (NCA) negotiations as a Gateway to Political Dialogue](https://karenwomen.org/2015/10/06/karen-civil-society-organizations-have-lost-trust-in-the-nationwide-ceasefire-agreement-nca-negotiations-as-a-gateway-to-political-dialogue/) - Karen Civil Society Organizations have lost trust in the NCA Negotiations as a Gateway to Political Dialogue English Version [scribd id=283813527 key=key-9zDV1wvyIO4XNeSjZJgc mode=scroll] Karen Civil Society Organizations have lost trust in the NCA Negotiations as a Gateway to Political Dialogue Burmese Version [scribd id=283813541 key=key-fLRH7r3tS0Ve3mLPWRQg mode=scroll]
- [KWO Maganize Volume 3 Issue 6 May to August, 2015 Karen Version](https://karenwomen.org/2015/10/05/kwo-maganize-volume-3-issue-6-may-to-august-2015-karen-version/) - [scribd id=283689410 key=key-NIpPWTxPmh85hMgzhCvs mode=scroll] [scribd id=283689643 key=key-1siVxNqLoCSQcg36mxLV mode=scroll]
- [KWO Formal Message on 65th Karen Martyr's Day, 12th August, 2015 Karen Version](https://karenwomen.org/2015/08/10/kwo-formal-message-on-65th-karen-mytres-day-12th-august-2015-karen-version/) - KWO Formal Message on 65th Karen Martyr's Day 2015.pdf Karen Version In recognition and remembrance of our up coming 65th Karen Martyr's Day, KWO Central sending out our Formal Message to all Karen People to remind all of us of the important day for our Karen people. May all Karen Martyr's souls rest in peace! May all
- [Job Announcement for Technical Assistant: English Language Document Development with KWO](https://karenwomen.org/2015/07/22/job-announcement-for-technical-assistant-english-language-document-development-with-kwo/) - Karen Women's Organization is seeking applications for the position of ''Technical Assistant '' in our organization. Please see the detail document for more information. We are looking forward to receive all interested applicants. [scribd id=272252962 key=key-EeDRG99Z2BggAs9EMuvv mode=scroll]
- [KWO Magazine Volume (3) Issue (5). January to April (2015)](https://karenwomen.org/2015/07/14/kwo-magazine-volume-3-issue-5-january-to-april-2015/) - [scribd id=271533922 key=key-Epncxemi21QebjB0IHfs mode=scroll] [scribd id=271534072 key=key-BN6xEPljvoiGwsFpAZbF mode=scroll]
- [KWO Six Months Summary of Human Rights' Violations in Karen State, January to June 2015 (English Version)](https://karenwomen.org/2015/07/13/kwo-six-months-summary-of-human-rights-violations-in-karen-state-january-to-june-2015-1/) - [scribd id=271424056 key=key-ZRO9Jiv4kKFBGdUI7jfX mode=scroll]
- [KWO and KWEG Joint Press Release:''The Burma Government Must Unconditionally and Immediately Release Naw Ohn Hla"](https://karenwomen.org/2015/06/30/kwo-and-kweg-joint-press-releasethe-burma-government-must-unconditionally-and-immediately-release-naw-ohn-hla/) - [scribd id=270106909 key=key-gdjJUrEJ3rHkJMxZ63KP mode=scroll] [scribd id=270106911 key=key-oB9rp01XKhusujHyqVUw mode=scroll] [scribd id=270234954 key=key-LzOJj0NMhWVZw3bXd6hq mode=scroll]
- [KWO Position on Refugee Return Updated (Karen version) 2015](https://karenwomen.org/2015/06/20/kwo-position-on-refugee-return-updated-karen-version-2015/) - [scribd id=269197367 key=key-1lpFnJxtNpSzaUzk8Lbd mode=scroll]
- [KWO Central Successfully Completed Community Organizing Trip to Kler Lwee Htu , Taw Oo and Hpa-An districts](https://karenwomen.org/2015/04/30/kwo-central-successfully-completed-community-organizing-trip-to-kler-lwee-htu-taw-oo-and-hpa-an-districts/) - KWO Central completed a successful Community Organizing trip between 22nd March and 9th April 2015 to the three districts in Karen State. KWO Central divided into two small groups including KWO Executive Committee members, Central Standing Committee members, Project Management Team members and some other KWO staff members. The two groups went to Kler Lwee
- [KWO Successfully Celebrated the 30th Anniversary on 5th April, 2015](https://karenwomen.org/2015/04/08/kwo-successfully-celebrated-the-30th-anniversary-on-5th-april-2015/) - The Karen Women's Organization (KWO) celebrated the 30th anniversary of KWO Day at Tar Kreh Village, Hpa-An District in Karen State, Burma on Sunday 5th April, 2015. Over 300 people attended and participated in this special event. KWO women leaders from Doo Pla Yar, Doo Tha Htu and Hpa-An districts participated in the event. There
- [KWO chair person message on KWO 30th Anniversary](https://karenwomen.org/2015/04/04/kwo-chair-person-message-on-kwo-30th-anniversary/) - [scribd id=260859770 key=key-y0Vrjjlvck9lpkcAxIwA mode=scroll]
- [Karen traditional clothes and description (Karen Version)](https://karenwomen.org/2015/04/04/karen-traditional-clothes-and-description-karen-version/) - Walking Amonst Sharp Knives Pamphlet [scribd id=260857601 key=key-ZSWJtFNQ5avBzMRbNree mode=scroll] Karen traditional clothes and description pamphlet [scribd id=260857448 key=key-BdAay3nBIFKbWrIioSRp mode=scroll] Karen traditional clothes and description it is for sale 80B/copy. [scribd id=260856000 key=key-IVHsEvZnmdZ34iMnOD5y mode=scroll]
- [Walking Amongst Sharp Knives Report (Karen Version)](https://karenwomen.org/2015/04/04/walking-among-sharp-knives-report-karen-version/) - [scribd id=260846604 key=key-4qhMoB660SYR5G6ig7zc mode=scroll] As KWO first reported in 2010, in lowland Karen areas in Eastern Burma Karen women are more and more becoming chiefs, as people have hoped they will not be killed by the Burmese Army like some male chiefs. This is a big change in our traditions and has made women more
- [30th Anniversary Of Karen Women's Organization Media Advisory](https://karenwomen.org/2015/04/02/30th-anniversary-of-karen-womens-organization-media-advisory/) - "No Women No Peace" WHAT: 5th April is KWO 30th Anniversary so we would like you to come celebrate with KWO on this special day. KWO Day celebrates the many women who contribute to building and strengthening the Karen community at every level. We will be honoring those who have served KWO full time for
- [KYWLS Evaluating nine years of impact-KWO/IWDA Evaluation Summary(English-Karen Version)](https://karenwomen.org/2015/03/12/kywls-evaluating-nine-years-of-impact-kwoiwda-evaluation-summary/) - [scribd id=258489002 key=key-NvUYIDbMjB6q3Tns0L5B mode=scroll]
- [Ethnic women urge Canadian pressure to end military abuses in Burma](https://karenwomen.org/2015/03/12/ethnic-women-urge-canadian-pressure-to-end-military-abuses-in-burma/) - [scribd id=258473334 key=key-hnHUCEHhvMl77Xl1y8Wn mode=scroll]
- [Karen Women’s  Organization  held a Special Education Project, Training of Trainers from January, 12, 2015 to Feb, 11, 2015.](https://karenwomen.org/2015/03/03/karen-womens-organization-held-a-special-education-project-training-of-trainers-from-january-12-2015-to-feb-11-2015-3/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9A9HLROYa8s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SB5tEXNNT6M https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rz-za0xk64 The Karen Women’s Organization held a Special Education Project, Training of Trainers from January, 12, 2015 to Feb, 11, 2015. Teachers, school directors and trainers from 7 camps attended. We also invited nursery school staff from Karen State for the 3rd week and 4th week, because some of the training topics related
- [Karen Women's Organization 2013 Annual Report (English Version)](https://karenwomen.org/2015/02/16/karen-womens-organization-2013-annual-report-english-version/) - [scribd id=255882000 key=key-BckqELIaYMBdnkcyz2Wt mode=scroll]
- [KWO Magazine Volume 3 Issue 4](https://karenwomen.org/2015/01/26/kwo-magazine-volume-3-issue-4/) - KWO puts out a quarterly magazine (September to December) in Skaw Karen and Burmese which are distributed through out the 7 Karen refugee camps. Each magazine is passed between refugees being read by multiple people. It is just one way we seek to keep our community up to date and informed. [scribd id=253735069 key=key-XfkQGKphef5c1B4RxsAK mode=scroll]
- [KWO's Letter of commemoration for the Anniversary of 66th Karen's Resistance Day in Karen Version](https://karenwomen.org/2015/01/25/kwos-letter-of-commemoration-for-the-anniversary-of-66th-karens-resistance-day-in-karen-version/) - [scribd id=253648011 key=key-3RHbCdfEzwd8yjoevBUe mode=scroll]
- ["Never Walk Alone" - Children's Dormitory Matching Fund Apeal 2015-2016](https://karenwomen.org/2015/01/18/never-walk-alone-childrens-dormitory-matching-fund-apeal-2015-2016/) - Dormitory Students at Work “Never Walk Alone” Children’s Dormitory Matching Fund appeal 2015/16 A Unique Fundraising Opportunity for Karen Children and Young People in 2015 KWO has been offered a very unique matching fund opportunity by one of our dedicated donors and we are excited to share the news with our KWO friends, family and supporters.
- [Strong Evidence Supporting the Tragic Conclusion that Two Kachin Teachers Have Been Raped and Murdered  by Burmese Army](https://karenwomen.org/2015/01/16/strong-evidence-supporting-the-tragic-conclusion-that-two-kachin-teachers-have-been-raped-and-murdered-by-burmese-army/) - KWO Supports the statements below from the Women's League of Burma and the Kachin Women's Association. It is time for these horrific human rights violations to end. (statements below in English and Burmese)
- [KWO Chair Message on Karen New Year (Karen version)](https://karenwomen.org/2014/12/18/kwo-chair-message-on-karen-new-year-karen-version/)
- [‘If they had hope, they would speak’](https://karenwomen.org/2014/11/26/if-they-had-hope-they-would-speak/) - The ongoing use of state sponsored sexual violence in Burma’s ethnic communities (Yangon, November 24, 2014) – Burma Army soldiers continue to engage in acts of sexual violence on a widespread scale, and women and human rights defenders in ethnic communities face harassment and persecution, the Women’s League of Burma (WLB) said in a new
- [KWO and Karen Quiet People celebrate International Deaf Day](https://karenwomen.org/2014/11/18/kwo-and-karen-quiet-people-celebrate-international-deaf-day/) - In September 2014, KWO's Special Education students, staff and families celebrated International Deaf Day. We worked together to raise awareness, to show our abilities and to educate our communities about living with deafness. These events took place in all seven camps. Activities included action songs, dramas, role-plays and using Karen Deaf Sign Language to communicate
- [Nursery activity of Schools competition from Mae Ra Moe and Mae La Oo](https://karenwomen.org/2014/11/10/nursery-activity-of-schools-competition-from-mae-ra-moe-and-mae-la-oo/) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1vToIByRPE&feature=youtu.be http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHPSx_Fp2PU&feature=youtu.be
- [Afraid to Go Home: Recent Violent Conflict and Human Rights Abuses in Karen State (KRW Report)](https://karenwomen.org/2014/11/07/afraid-to-go-home-recent-violent-conflict-and-human-rights-abuses-in-karen-state-krw-report/) - The following report was prepared by Karen Rivers Watch (KRW), a coalition of six Karen organizations focused on the environment, women, youth, human rights and development issues. This report is based on field interviews with local villagers and leaders of Karen armed groups, as well as media coverage of the recent conflict. It describes events
- [KWO Nursery Schools Mid-School Year: Competition, Teacher Training, and General Education](https://karenwomen.org/2014/10/28/kwo-nursery-schools-mid-school-year-competition-teacher-training-and-general-education/) - KWO runs nursery schools in 2 refugee camps on Thailand and in partnership with more than 70 villages in Karen State. This past week, October 2014, the Nursery Schools in Mae La Oon and Mae Ra Moe refugee camps held a competition about the story of Karen Culture. Here are some pictures from the events
- [KWO Begins Work on New Training Center in Karen State - By Women For Women](https://karenwomen.org/2014/10/21/kwo-begins-work-on-new-training-center-in-karen-state-by-women-for-women/) - KWO is celebrating meeting our fundraising goal of $4600(USD) to build a new women's training center in Karen State. This is our first successful crowd funding effort. Work on the new center has already begun. KWO staff and leaders made 1400 clay bricks which are now drying and awaiting the next phase of building. This
- [Peace Award for fellow Karen woman peace activist](https://karenwomen.org/2014/10/14/peace-award-for-fellow-karen-woman-peace-activist/) - KWO was proud to learn in September that P’Doh Naw Zipporah Sein, has been honoured with a Peace Award by the Women’s Organisations Network (WON) of Burma. The award was presented on the 20th September, 2014, during the recent Women’s Peace Forum held in Rangoon for 2 days and organized by WON and WLB. The
- [KNU Decision to Withdraw from UNFC Undemocratic Claims Karen Women’s Organisation](https://karenwomen.org/2014/10/07/knu-decision-to-withdraw-from-unfc-undemocratic-claims-karen-womens-organisation/) - The Karen Women’s Organisation has criticized the decision by the Karen National Union to suspend its membership from the United Nationalities Federal Council last month, claiming the decision was made without proper consultation with the Karen community. Speaking exclusively to Karen News, Naw K’nyaw Paw, Secretary of the KWO, said that the decision came as
- [International Peace Day interview (Karen, Burmese & English )](https://karenwomen.org/2014/09/22/international-peace-day-interview-karen-burmese/) - ကရင္ျပည္နယ္အတြင္းႏွစ္ေပါင္း ၆ဝ ေက်ာ္ျဖစ္ပြားခဲ့တဲ့ ပဋိပကၡေတြ အဆုံးသတ္ႏုိင္ေရးအတြက္ ၂ဝ၁၂ ခုႏွစ္မွာ ကရင္အမ်ဳိးသားအစည္းအရုံး (KNU) က ျမန္မာအစုိးရနဲ႔ ပဏာမအပစ္အခတ္ရပ္စဲေရး ရယူခဲ့ၿပီး ၿငိမ္းခ်မ္းေရးေဖာ္ေဆာင္မႈလုပ္ငန္းေတြ လုပ္ေဆာင္ေနပါတယ္။ ဒါေပမယ့္ စစ္မွန္တဲ့ ၿငိမ္းခ်မ္းေရးအဆင့္ မေရာက္ရွိေသးဘဲ ေဆြးေႏြးေနဆဲအဆင့္မွာသာ ရွိပါေသးတယ္။ အျပည္ျပည္ဆုိင္ရာၿငိမ္းခ်မ္းေရးေန႔နဲ႔ ပတ္သက္ၿပီး ကရင္ျပည္သူတခ်ိဳ႕ရဲ႕ အျမင္သေဘာထားေတြကို ျမန္မာဘာသာစာတန္းထုိး တင္ျပထားပါတယ္။ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ctyx2e30mHI [vimeo 106670241 w=500 h=281]
- [KWO Chair Message on International Peace Day (Karen Version)](https://karenwomen.org/2014/09/21/kwo-chair-message-on-international-peace-day-karen-version/) - [scribd id=240353817 key=key-ccOyfo85r4n6nUS4lCq6 mode=scroll]
- [KWO Magazine in Skaw Karen](https://karenwomen.org/2014/09/18/kwo-magazine-in-skaw-karen-7/) - KWO puts out a quarterly magazine in Skaw Karen which are distributed through out the 7 Karen refugee camps. Each magazine is passed between refugees being read by multiple people. It is just one way we seek to keep our community up to date and informed. [scribd id=240134165 key=key-6ynrvNZiyDkRIkaWggMq mode=scroll] [scribd id=240134620 key=key-4OipiDU8MLt1vmTJPezH mode=scroll]
- [Building Women's Empowerment:Adobe Style !](https://karenwomen.org/2014/09/18/building-womens-empowermentadobe-style/) - Building Knowledge: Karen women will learn skills to build their own adobe style training center. The center will be used to train Karen women on how to build their own houses, adobe style! Building Confidence: Empowering women to design and build their own adobe houses will boost their confidence and strength. Through this process, they
- [Myanmar/Burma Indigenous Network for Education (MINE) Response to Myanmar Education Laws](https://karenwomen.org/2014/09/17/myanmarburma-indigenous-network-for-education-mine-response-to-myanmar-education-laws/) - INVITATION TO PRESS CONFERENCE (MINE) BURMESE Version; [scribd id=240005965 key=key-Y2olyHSLG0OZqJaM72W1 mode=scroll] INVITATION TO PRESS CONFERENCE (MINE) English Version; [scribd id=240005971 key=key-JMQHZkYjjOZOjcjqBvRB mode=scroll] K_MINE_RESPONSE_EDU_LAWS_NARRATIVE English Version; [scribd id=240006135 key=key-8ZX5qAdwr6EGVTVgmgo0 mode=scroll] K_MINE_Response_Edu_Law_Burmese Version; [scribd id=240006126 key=key-AJs1A4ej7ecVAumWFgQF mode=scroll] K_MINE_RESPONSE_EDU_LAWS_TABLE_Burmese Version; [scribd id=240006146 key=key-hUlyBU4qzLtMvSpQWAgO mode=scroll] K_MINE_RESPONSE_EDU_LAWS_TABLE English Version; [scribd id=240006139 key=key-jVcrlcz1SXLRwACFolfs mode=scroll]
- [Transforming Peacebuilding: Can the Internationals Put the Locals First?](https://karenwomen.org/2014/09/17/transforming-peacebuilding-can-the-internationals-put-the-locals-first/) - A group in northern Rwanda uses community-based sociotherapy to bridge deep rifts created by the 1994 genocide. (Insight on Conflict) Despite so many efforts to make internationally designed peacebuilding and development projects sustainable after the outsiders have left, international NGOs and donors still struggle to realize the goal of “local ownership” in practice. Now, a
- [KPSN Critique of Japan International Cooperation Agency’s Blueprint for Development in Southeastern Burma/Myanmar](https://karenwomen.org/2014/09/10/kpsn-critique-of-japan-international-cooperation-agencys-blueprint-for-development-in-southeastern-burmamyanmar/) - English Version (Full Report) [scribd id=239238916 key=key-m93QPICkcUHpcn14Uo77 mode=scroll] Burmese Version (Full Report) [scribd id=239238906 key=key-y5wnWpMNPQ2ZKtPmIz5c mode=scroll] Karen Version ( Brief Report) [scribd id=239238892 key=key-UdFRl3mcqqRaBb6hVu7i mode=scroll] English Version ( Brief Report) [scribd id=239238884 key=key-Ib9tjWG55w12vXObFmO3 mode=scroll] Burmese Version ( Brief Report) [scribd id=239238872 key=key-cTAyJV9Pfljd2FvpX2NK mode=scroll]
- [Chairperson of Karen Women's Organization Speech on Karen's Martyr Day 2014 Karen Version](https://karenwomen.org/2014/08/11/chairperson-of-karen-womens-organization-speech-on-karens-martyr-day-2014-karen-version/) - KWO Chairperson Speech for Martyr Day 2014 Karen Version http://www.scribd.com/doc/236470305/KWO-Chairperson-Speech-for-Martyr-Day-2014
- [2014-15 Special Education (SE) Project Activities](https://karenwomen.org/2014/08/07/2014-15-special-education-se-project-activities/) - For the 2014-15 project year, there are 420 students in 7 camps, 142 SE staff in camp and 11 SE town based staff members. So far in this project year, the SE project has done many activities. In April 2014, for two weeks, the SE project coordinator attended a training at Khom Loy Development Foundation
- [2014 KWO Creating Peace project update](https://karenwomen.org/2014/07/07/2014-kwo-creating-peace-project-update/) - The Creating Peace Project staff has been busy with project activities over the past six months. Some of these project activities include: Peace Negotiation Updates: Women community leaders gathered at KWO Central office to learn about peace negotiation updates. Leaders learned about the current situation in Karen State and Burma, ceasefire agreements, and the WGEC
- [Become a volunteer English teacher with KWO!](https://karenwomen.org/2014/07/03/become-a-volunteer-english-teacher-with-kwo/) - The Karen Women's Organization (KWO) is currently recruiting volunteer English teachers for the Karen Young Women's Leadership School (KYWLS) in Mae Ra Moe camp and New Generation School, inside Karen State. If you are interested in learning more about these two volunteer opportunities, please contact Naw K'nyaw Paw, KWO Secretary, at kwocentral@gmail.com
- [World Refugee Day Photos](https://karenwomen.org/2014/06/21/world-refugee-day-photos/) - We shared about pamphlet related on Refugees, Banner, T-shirt and we distributed soup. during the celebration KWO has chance to speak and doing activities as asking question and speech. We have question on the cloth and we ask people to writing down the answer on the cloth. and also we share about information on Banner
- [Karen Women's Organization Letter of Appeal on World Refugee Day](https://karenwomen.org/2014/06/19/karen-womens-organization-letter-of-appeal-on-world-refugee-day/) - Karen Women's Organization Letter of Appeal on World Refugee Day (English Version) Karen Women's Organization Letter of Appeal on World Refugee Day (Karen Version)
- [2014-15 School Year has begun for 375 dormitory students!](https://karenwomen.org/2014/06/17/20115-school-year-has-begun-for-375-dormitory-students/) - The 2014-15 school year has begun and KWO's 9 dormitories in 5 camps are up and running! For the 2014-15 school year, KWO has 375 students in the dormitory project. Here are some photos from Umphiem Mai and Mae La camps of the first day of school for dormitory students!
- [KWO Magazine in Skaw Karen](https://karenwomen.org/2014/06/17/kwo-magazine-in-skaw-karen-6/) - KWO puts out a quarterly magazine in Skaw Karen which are distributed through out the 7 Karen refugee camps. Each magazine is passed between refugees being read by multiple people. It is just one way we seek to keep our community up to date and informed. [scribd id=230010616 key=key-n40k7gh7AncMqKkwzHjG mode=scroll]
- [Capacity Building Workshop for KWO Project Coordinators and Project Assistants Successfully Completed](https://karenwomen.org/2014/05/20/capacity-building-workshop-for-kwo-project-coordinators-and-project-assistants-successfully-completed/) - On May 5 - 9, 2014 KWO successfully conducted a Capacity Building Workshop for 26 Project Coordinators and Assistants. The workshop focused on project cycle management and accounting procedures and was lead by KWO's Education program coordinator. The participants learned about staff management, defined their job descriptions, and how to conduct project monitoring and evaluation.
- [With equality for all, the union will be stronger](https://karenwomen.org/2014/05/17/with-equality-for-all-the-union-will-be-stronger/) - Naw K’nyaw Paw, Secretary of the Karen Women’s Organization, describes her work to empower women and explains the Karen people’s decades-long struggle for equality in Myanmar. I am a refugee from Karen state in southeastern Burma. My parents fled Burma after the government started what they called the ‘Four Cuts’ strategy against ethnic armed groups
- [Karen Sign Language (KSL) Volumes 1 to 7](https://karenwomen.org/2014/05/13/karen-sign-language-ksl-volumes-1-to-7/) - The Karen Women’s Organization’s Special Education Project works to positively impact the lives of children with special needs and advocate on their behalf to achieve basic rights. One way KWO’s SE Project is working towards this goal is through the creation of the Karen Sign Language (KSL). There are currently 7 volumes of KSL. Volumes
- [Central KWO Organizing Trip to Tavoy District photos](https://karenwomen.org/2014/05/12/central-kwo-organizing-trip-to-tavoy-district-photos/)
- [29th KWO Day Celebration](https://karenwomen.org/2014/05/12/29th-kwo-day-celebration/) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U-uaUqWDsqs&feature=youtu.be
- [ကရင္အမ်ဴိးသမီးအစည္းအရံုး အတြင္းေရးမွဳးနဲ႕ ဗီြအိုေအေမးျမန္းခန္း](https://karenwomen.org/2014/05/08/ကရင္အမ်ဴိးသမီးအစည္းအရံ/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I91JTo-IQ5Q
- [KWO delighted  to anounce the launch of the revised and updated version of ARM (Automatic Response Mechanism)](https://karenwomen.org/2014/04/04/kwo-delighted-to-anounce-the-launch-of-the-revised-and-updated-version-of-arm-automatic-response-mechanism/) - We pay tribute to the women and girls from Burma who have suffered great injustices, but whose courage and strength inspire us. Today, the 5th of April 2014 is KWO Day and we are pleased to announce the launch of the revised and updated version of ARM (Automatic Response Mechanism). ARM is intended to be
- [Harvard Legal Clinic Calls for Military Reforms to End Unlawful Attacks on Civilians](https://karenwomen.org/2014/03/27/harvard-legal-clinic-calls-for-military-reforms-to-end-unlawful-attacks-on-civilians/) - Policy Memorandum: Preventing Indiscriminate Attacks and Wilful Killings of Civilians by the Myanmar Military, launched Monday by the Harvard Law School International Human Rights Clinic at a press conference in Yangon. The documents are online here: http://hrp.law.harvard.edu/arms-and-armed-conflict/clinic-calls-on-myanmar-military-to-reform-policies-to-prevent-unlawful-attacks-on-civilians/
- [Karen Women's Empowerment Group (KWEG) and Karen Women's Organization (KWO)  Honor - International Women's Day](https://karenwomen.org/2014/03/08/karen-womens-empowerment-group-kweg-and-karen-womens-organization-kwo-honor-international-womens-day/)
- [Month Long Special Education Training Wraps Up](https://karenwomen.org/2014/02/28/month-long-special-education-training-wraps-up/) - KWO wrapped up a full month of Special Education Training of Trainers. The training involved 24 participants, including our special education trainers, school directors, and town staff. People came from all 7 camps where we conduct this important project. A few senior staff from our Nursery School Project also attended since many of the
- [Mother Tongue Advocacy Group Launched - MINE (Myanmar/Burma Indigenous Network for Education)](https://karenwomen.org/2014/02/21/mother-tongue-advocacy-group-launched-mine-myanmarburma-indigenous-network-for-education/) - Friday 21st February – International Mother Language Day “Its MINE”: Indigenous groups claim their rights through new network for education in Myanmar. The Myanmar/Burma Indigenous Network for Education (MINE) was launched on Friday 21st February, International Mother language day. An ethnic education seminar hosted by the Karen Teacher Working Group (KTWG) from 12 – 14
- [KWO Staff Capacity Building Training nearing completion](https://karenwomen.org/2014/02/12/kwo-staff-capacity-building-training-nearing-completion/) - KWO has been conducting capacity building training for about 30 of our KWO community leaders and staff. This training lasts a month and includes public speaking, an introduction to community work, community mobilization. KWO values like women's rights, human rights, women's empowerment are also taught along with the basics like facilitating, office management and bookkeeping.
- [KWO's letter to Karen National Union Day (Burmese version)](https://karenwomen.org/2014/02/06/kwos-letter-to-karen-national-union-day-burmese-version/)
- [KWO letter for Karen Revolution day ( Karen & Burmese) version](https://karenwomen.org/2014/02/04/kwo-letter-for-karen-revolution-day-karen-burmese-version/)
- [Naw K’nyaw Paw Wins P’doh Mahn Sha Young Leader Award](https://karenwomen.org/2014/02/04/naw-knyaw-paw-wins-pdoh-mahn-sha-young-leader-award/) - Naw K’nyaw Paw Nimrod, General Secretary of the Karen Women Organization (KWO) has been selected as the winner of the 2013 Padoh Mahn Sha Young Leader Award, on 31st January 2014, Karen Revolution Day. The award ceremony was held on the evening of the Karen 65th Revolutionary Day at Day-Pu-Noh village in the Karen National
- [Naw K’Nyaw Paw Nimrod- Winner of Padoh Mahn Sha Young Leader Award 2013](https://karenwomen.org/2014/02/04/naw-knyaw-paw-nimrod-winner-of-padoh-mahn-sha-young-leader-award-2013/) - The Phan Foundation is proud to announce that the 2013 Padoh Mahn Sha Young Leader Award goes to Naw K’Nyaw Paw Nimrod, a women’s rights activist from the Karen Women’’s Organisation (KWO). In memory of Padoh Mahn Sha Lah Phan, every year, the Phan Foundation recognises an outstanding young Karen leader by honouring them with
- [KWO Magazine in Skaw Karen](https://karenwomen.org/2014/01/21/kwo-magazine-in-skaw-karen-5/) - KWO puts out a quarterly magazine in Skaw Karen which are distributed through out the 7 Karen refugee camps. Each magazine is passed between refugees being read by multiple people. It is just one way we seek to keep our community up to date and informed. [scribd id=201122323 key=key-2llb4d9iv4rg5nxy2ned mode=scroll]
- [KWO Message for the International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women (English Version)](https://karenwomen.org/2013/11/25/kwo-message-for-the-international-day-for-elimination-of-violence-against-women-english-version/) - Karen Women’s Organization (KWO) Message for International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women On this day, 25th November 2013, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, KWO is launching a 16-Day Campaign calling for the elimination of violence against women. The awareness raising campaign will take place in the 7
- [KWO Special Education Program - Hard at Work](https://karenwomen.org/2013/11/19/kwo-special-education-program-hard-at-work/) - In August 2013 we conducted a one week basic Montessori Training workshop for Special Education and Nursery School Project senior staff and trainer. The training covered the Montessori method and principles. During the workshop participants also went to a Thai private primary school (Tan Tip) and The Christian Center for the Development of People with Disabilities.
- [Community Opposes Military to Military Relations](https://karenwomen.org/2013/11/11/community-opposes-military-to-military-relations/) - Over many years, the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia have shown concern for human rights violations committed by the Burmese military, against ethnic minorities and others. But the current approach to military-to-military relations proposed by the US, UK and Australia will not prove to be beneficial to our mutual goals in ending human rights
- [KWO supports Kachin Women's Association Thailand](https://karenwomen.org/2013/11/01/kwo-supports-kachin-womens-association-thailand/) - KWO condemns these actions by the Burmese military and the ongoing use of rape as a weapon of war. Press release by the Kachin Women’s Association Thailand 31st October, 2013 Ongoing Burmese Army atrocities in Kachin State are undermining the peace process New documentation by the Kachin Women’s Association Thailand (KWAT) exposes recent atrocities by
- [Karen Women's Organisation condemns Burmese Army Attacks on Kachin Villagers](https://karenwomen.org/2013/10/25/karen-womens-organisation-condemns-burmese-army-attacks-on-kachin-villagers/) - This past Tuesday, 22 October, the Burmese Army brutally attacked 2 villages in Southern Kachin State. This is in direct violation of the agreement signed by the Government and the Kachin National Organisation just 12 days previously. The attack was launched by 7 Burmese army battalions. These attacks affected several camps where approximately 2400 Internally
- [Monitoring trip in Doo Playar District, Karen State photos](https://karenwomen.org/2013/10/16/monitoring-trip-in-doo-playar-district-karen-state-photos/)
- [KWO Magazine in Skaw Karen](https://karenwomen.org/2013/10/09/kwo-magazine-in-skaw-karen-4/) - KWO puts out a quarterly magazine in Skaw Karen which are distributed through out the 7 Karen refugee camps. Each magazine is passed between refugees being read by multiple people. It is just one way we seek to keep our community up to date and informed. KWO Magazine Volume 2 Issue 12 2013 [scribd id=174663981
- [War and Peace - A woman's view , Interview with KWO Secretary](https://karenwomen.org/2013/09/30/war-and-peace-a-womans-view-interview-with-kwo-secretary/) - http://vimeo.com/74426622 Naw K’nyaw Paw, an executive member of the Karen Women’s Organization, in an exclusive interview with Karen News spoke about the need for women to be included in peace talks as stipulated under the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325, the impact of drugs and gambling on family life and the added stresses women
- [Time to End Sexual Violence In Burma](https://karenwomen.org/2013/09/17/time-to-end-sexual-violence-in-burma/) - 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.
- [Interview with  KWO Secretary by Kwekalu (Karen Language)](https://karenwomen.org/2013/09/10/interview-with-kwo-secretary-by-kwekalu-karen-language/) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NexruUQAX7Q#t=20
- [2013 Karen Wrist Tying Day (Karen Version)](https://karenwomen.org/2013/08/28/2013-karen-wrist-tying-day/) - 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)](https://karenwomen.org/2013/08/28/63rd-karen-martyrs-day-message/) - 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
- [Nursery School Fundraising](https://karenwomen.org/2013/08/07/nursery-school-fundraising/) - The Children in Nursery Schools in Karen State in Burma need your help. Education is important for people all over the world and Karen communities in Burma work hard to ensure education for their young children, despite long-standing abuses by the Burmese army. In Burma, education is woefully underfunded. The average length of schooling is
- [KWO Chair Person Formal Message on KNDO Day](https://karenwomen.org/2013/07/17/kwo-chair-person-formal-message-on-kndo-day/)
- [KWO Special Education Program TOT Workshop](https://karenwomen.org/2013/07/09/kwo-special-education-program-tot-workshop/) - On May 20 – June 14 2013 there was follow up SE TOT for one week conducted in each camp. The town based project staff facilitated the TOT. The TOT’s 88 participants included, all teaching staff in each camp (teachers, trainers, and school directors). The topics covered in the training were Review condition of disability
- [KWO Special Education Case Study 2012-2013](https://karenwomen.org/2013/07/09/kwo-special-education-case-study-2012-2013/) - Use this link if you’d like to download or read it;KWO Special Education Case Study 2012-2013
- [KWO Special Education Poster](https://karenwomen.org/2013/07/08/kwo-special-education-poster/)
- [In Recognition  of  World Refugee Day  : "I am a refugee, This is My Life, Hear My Voice"](https://karenwomen.org/2013/06/19/in-recognition-of-world-refugee-day-i-am-a-refugee-this-is-my-life-hear-my-voice/) - We ARE the refugees, this is OUR community, and we know what is best for our future. We will not let our future be decided by others! Support us in our struggle for Community Ownership. This is SIMPLE, Just Listen to our Voice and Work Along Side With Us.
- [KWO Community Mobilizing and Organizing trip to Kler Lwee Htu, Doo Tha Htu, Doo Pla Yar, Tavoy and Taw Oo Districts photos](https://karenwomen.org/2013/06/17/kwo-community-mobilizing-and-organizing-trip-to-kler-lwee-htu-doo-tha-htu-doo-pla-yar-tavoy-and-taw-oo-districts-photos/)
- [KWO Magazine in Skaw Karen](https://karenwomen.org/2013/06/11/kwo-magazine-in-skaw-karen-3/) - KWO puts out a quarterly magazine in Skaw Karen which are distributed through out the 7 Karen refugee camps and 7 districts. Each magazine is passed between refugees being read by multiple people. It is just one way we seek to keep our community up to date and informed. Use this link if you’d like
- [Burma’s Peace Process in 2012: A Briefing Paper by KWO](https://karenwomen.org/2013/06/07/burmas-peace-process-in-2012-a-briefing-paper-by-kwo/) - Burma’s Peace Process in 2012: A Briefing Paper by KWO. January 2013 One year ago in January 2012 the world started to see steps towards peace being taken by the new Burmese Government after many years of entrenched military rule and human rights violations. They were steps warmly welcomed by all. The situation in Burma
- [28th Anniversary of KWO Day](https://karenwomen.org/2013/05/06/28th-anniversary-of-kwo-day/) - On 5 April 2013 KWO celebrated the 28th anniversary of KWO Day. KWO Day took place in four areas of Karen State, Kler Day Trae in Lu Plae Township Pa'An district, Pyae Kah village Taw Oo District, Dooplaya district and Ei Tu Tah refugee camp. KWO Day was also celebrated in an urban area in Thailand
- [Capacity Building Training of Trainer (TOT)](https://karenwomen.org/2013/03/25/capacity-building-training-of-trainer-tot/) - Karen Women Organization Capacity Building Training of the Trainer was held on 12th February to 13th March 2013. There were 24 participants of KWO leaders who came from six districts and seven Karen refugee camps. During the TOT training course there were some topics that covered such as; KWO Constitution and work of the community,
- [KWO Magazine in Skaw Karen](https://karenwomen.org/2013/03/25/1357/) - KWO puts out a quarterly magazine in Skaw Karen which are distributed through out the 7 Karen refugee camps and 7 districts. Each magazine is passed between refugees being read by multiple people. It is just one way we seek to keep our community up to date and informed. Use this link if you’d like
- [Special Education Training of the Trainer](https://karenwomen.org/2013/03/25/special-education-training-of-the-trainer/) - On 1st March 2013, 20 school directors, trainers, and teachers from Mae Ra Moe, Mae La Oo, Mae La, Umpiem, Nu Poe, Bang Dong Yang, and Suphung in Mae La Camp completed a three week special education Training of the Trainer (TOT) program. Topics included play session planning, classroom management, art, lesson planning, and much
- [KWO 6th Congress Short Movie](https://karenwomen.org/2013/02/25/kwo-6th-congress-short-movie/) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQryGrnLp6I
- [KWO Chair Person Speech at Karen National Day.](https://karenwomen.org/2013/02/11/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
- [Supporting 73 Village Nursery Schools This Year](https://karenwomen.org/2012/12/18/supporting-73-village-nursery-schools-this-year/) - We are half way through the school year here and KWO is supporting 73 village nursery schools spread across 5 areas in Karen State, Burma. Many of these students have been displaced by the Burmese military and the long standing civil war. We are so pleased that this year we have been able to support these
- [Karen People's Forum Statement and Press Release Regarding the Peace Proces and Mega Development Projects](https://karenwomen.org/2012/11/07/karen-peoples-forum-statement-and-press-release-regarding-the-peace-proces-and-mega-development-projects/) - Use this link if you’d like to download or read it. Karen People's Forum Statement _Burmese_ Karen People's Forum Statement (English) Karen People's Forum Statement (Karen) Press Release (English) Press Release (Karen) Press Release _Burmese_
- [KWO Magazine in Skaw Karen](https://karenwomen.org/2012/10/31/kwo-magazine-in-skaw-karen-2/) - KWO puts out a quarterly magazine in Skaw Karen which are distributed through out the 7 Karen refugee camps. Each magazine is passed between refugees being read by multiple people. It is just one way we seek to keep our community up to date and informed. Use this link if you’d like to download or
- [KWO Celebrates the International Day of Peace and Honors Thramu Zipporah Sein](https://karenwomen.org/2012/09/21/kwo-celebrates-the-international-day-of-peace-and-honors-thramu-zipporah-sein/) - Karen Women Organization 21st September 2012 International Day of Peace "Just saying peace is not enough, it needs all of us to take action" Press here for Karen Women Organization International Day of Peace Statement 2012 Karen Version Karen Women Organization celebrates the 2012 International Day of Peace with great hope. The UN declared that
- [KWO and Karen Community Based Organizations' Statement on the Release of Return Position Paper](https://karenwomen.org/2012/09/12/kwo-and-karen-community-based-organizations-statement-on-the-release-of-return-position-paper/) - For Immediate Release: 11 September 2012 Karen Community Based Organizations Release Position Paper on Refugees’ Return Today a grouping of Karen Community Based Organizations (KCBOs) released their collective position in response to recent news about the repatriation of refugees. The position paper outlines the pre-conditions and processes necessary for a successful and voluntary return of
- [KWO and Karen Community Based Organisations Address Refugee Return](https://karenwomen.org/2012/09/12/kwo-and-karen-community-based-organisations-address-refugee-return/) - 11 September 2012 Karen Community Based Organizations’ Position on Refugees’ Return to Burma The following is a preliminary working paper prepared by the Karen Community Based Organizations (KCBOs) concerned with refugees’ repatriation and return to Burma. This position paper does not look into the case of people who choose not to return or those who
- [KWO Letter of Remembrance of 62nd Karen Martys Day](https://karenwomen.org/2012/08/09/kwo-letter-of-remembrance-of-62nd-karen-martys-day/) - KWO letter of Remembrance of 62nd Karen Martys Day. Please see the link here: Martyrs Day 2012
- [Karen Community Based Organisations' Position on Peace Funds](https://karenwomen.org/2012/07/24/karen-community-based-organisations-position-on-peace-funds/) - Statement by KCBOs regarding Peace Funds in Burma (July 2012) Karen Community Based Organisations' Position on Peace Funds 24th July, 2012 The undersigned Karen community-based organisations working on relief, education, healthcare, women's rights, human rights, youth development, environmental protection, community development , and sustainable livelihood, among other issues, are concerned about the current lack of
- [KWO Magazine in Skaw Karen](https://karenwomen.org/2012/07/05/kwo-magazine-in-skaw-karen/) - KWO puts out a quarterly magazine in Skaw Karen which are distributed through out the 7 Karen refugee camps. Each magazine is passed between refugees being read by multiple people. It is just one way we seek to keep our community up to date and informed. Use this link if you’d like to download or
- [KWO Statement on World Refugee Day, June 20th](https://karenwomen.org/2012/06/20/kwo-statement-on-world-refugee-day-june-20th/) - KWO Statement on World Refugee Day, June 20th, 2012 English Version KWO Statement on World Refugee Day, June 20th,2012 Karen Version KWO Statement for World Refugee Day Burmese Version Date: 20th June 2012 World Refugee Day "Even I Am a Refugee, Listen to My Voice" The Karen Women Organization (KWO) welcomes another World Refugee Day.
- [KWO positions and concerns regarding refugee return](https://karenwomen.org/2012/06/07/kwo-positions-and-concerns-regarding-refugee-return/) - Refugees Participation: Refugee return should be voluntary and must be with the full consent of refugees. They should not be forced to return. The return must be full of dignity and respect of refugees. The planning of our return must include our active participation and views. We would like to return in groups with
- [Suu Kyi Visit leaves a bad taste](https://karenwomen.org/2012/06/06/suu-kyi-visit-leaves-a-bad-taste/) - June 2 - Author: Saw Poe Taw and Karen News reporters, Posted in Articles, Recommended | Tags: Aung San Suu Kyi, Refugees Thousands of Burmese people living and working in the Thai border town of Mae Sot say they are bitterly disappointed they did not to get to see their hero Aung San Suu Kyi
- [Suu Kyi at Mae La Refugee Camp](https://karenwomen.org/2012/06/06/suu-kyi-at-mae-la-refugee-camp/) - June 2 - Author: Saw Mort,Posted in Karen News Articles, Recommended see also the video link here: http://vimeo.com/karennews/aungsansuukyiatmaela Burma’s pro-democracy leader, Daw Aung San Suu Kyi has arrived at Mae La refugee camp, home to 45,000 refugees from Burma. Thousands of refugees have packed the muddy football field in the hope of seeing and hearing
- [Karen Women Organization Open Letter To Daw Aung San Suu Kyi](https://karenwomen.org/2012/05/29/karen-women-organization-open-letter-to-daw-aung-san-suu-kyi/) - KWO Open Letter to Daw Aung San Suu Kyi , May 2012 Date: 29th, May 2012 An open letter to Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Dear Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, We, the Karen Women Organization are deeply heartened to see you travel outside of Burma with the confidence that you will be able to
- [Women Burma Activists launch the campaign “Gain the Goal by Working Together” to promote support for cross border cooperation](https://karenwomen.org/2012/05/28/women-burma-activists-launch-the-campaign-gain-the-goal-by-working-together-to-promote-support-for-cross-border-cooperation/) - Press release by Altsean Burma Interns For Immediate Release: 26th May2012 Women Burma Activists launch the campaign “Gain the Goal by Working Together” to promote supportfor cross border cooperation Bangkok: Alternative Asean Network on Burma’s (Altsean-Burma) women interns arelaunching a video campaign to urge international donors to increase support forBurmaborder groups that have been working inside
- [A visit to one Karen Women Organization ( KWO ) supported dormitory in Karen State](https://karenwomen.org/2012/05/25/a-visit-to-one-karen-women-organization-kwo-supported-dormitory-in-karen-state/) - A visit to one Karen Women Organization ( KWO ) supported dormitory in Karen State In April 2012, I went with 5 KWO colleagues to Doo Tha Htu district in Karen State. Among other activities we also visited a student dormitory that has been supported for several years through KWO and individual friends. There are
- [US suspends economic sanctions without meeting human rights benchmarks - joint statement by WLB, FDB, NY-Forum, SYCB](https://karenwomen.org/2012/05/22/us-suspends-economic-sanctions-without-meeting-human-rights-benchmarks-joint-statement-by-wlb-fdb-ny-forum-sycb/) - US Suspends Economic Sanctions without Meeting Human Rights Benchmarks US suspends economic sanctions without meeting human rights benchmarks - joint statement by WLB, FDB, NY-Forum, SYCB The economic sanctions of the US on Burma were originally adopted because of the disregard for democratic principles and grave human right violations committed by the Burmese government. These
- [Press release by the Kachin Women’s Association Thailand](https://karenwomen.org/2012/05/21/press-release-by-the-kachin-womens-association-thailand-2/) - Press_release_by_KWAT_-_18_May_2012 Press release by the Kachin Women’s Association Thailand Gang-rape in church highlights Burma Army impunity for sexual violence in Kachin conflict The gang-rape and prolonged torture of a woman in a church near the Kachin-China border town of Pang Wa in early May show the ongoing impunity for sexual violence enjoyed by the Burma
- [Women's League of Burma Calls for Greater Women's Participation in Peace Process](https://karenwomen.org/2012/05/15/womens-league-of-burma-calls-for-greater-womens-participation-in-peace-process/) - WLB Calling for Greater Women's Participation in Peace Process (English Version) WLB Calling for Greater Women's Participation in Peace Process (Burmese Version)
- [Statement on Peace and Development in Burma](https://karenwomen.org/2012/05/10/statement-on-peace-and-development-in-burma/) - Statement on Peace and Development in Burma by 36 Community Groups (English Version) Statement on Peace and Development in Burma (Burmese Version)
- [$25 will help feed a Karen child at our Nursery Schools for a full year](https://karenwomen.org/2012/04/26/25-will-help-feed-a-karen-child-at-our-nursery-schools-for-a-full-year/) - Click here to DONATE [slideshow] The children in our Nursery Schools in Karen State in Burma need your help. We know that education is important for people all over the world, especially education of young children. Despite the long standing abuse by the Burmese military Karen communities across Karen State join together to build
- [Statement for the 27th KWO Day on 5th April 2012](https://karenwomen.org/2012/04/05/statement-for-the-27th-kwo-day-on-5th-april-2012/) - Karen Women Organisation Statement in Recognition of KWO Day A Call for More Women in the Peace Process On KWO day, a Call for More Women in the Peace Process Statement by KWO Karen Version 2012 KWO Day is the commemoration of our work and the work of all Karen women. Karen Women Organisation (KWO)
- [International Women's Day 2012 - From Fear To Freedom](https://karenwomen.org/2012/03/08/international-womens-day-2012-from-fear-to-freedom/) - Karen Language Version KWO Statement for Int'l Women Day 2012 Date: 8th March 2012 "Women moving forward from Fear to Freedom" The Karen Women Organization (KWO) welcomes another International Women’s Day. One of the themes for this year is "FROM FEAR TO FREEDOM". On March 8th each year, women around the world reflect on our
- [Karen Women Organization condemns attempted rape of 22-year-old Karen woman by Burmese Army](https://karenwomen.org/2012/03/06/karen-women-organization-condemns-attempted-rape-of-22-year-old-karen-woman-by-burmese-army/) - Karen Women Organization P.O. Box 19, Mae Sariang, Mae Hong Son, 58110, Thailand, Email: kwocentral@gmail.com Website: www.karenwomen.org Karen Women Organization condemns the attempted rape of a 22-year-old Karen woman by the Burmese Army Date: March 5, 2012 The Karen Women Organization today has begun caring for a 22 year old mother who was viciously attacked
- [KWO Magazine in Karen](https://karenwomen.org/2012/03/05/kwo-magazine-in-karen/) - KWO puts out a quarterly magazine in Skaw Karen which are distributed through out the 7 Karen refugee camps. Each magazine is passed between refugees being read by multiple people. It is just one way we seek to keep our community up to date and informed. Use this link if you'd like to download or
- [Nursery Schools in IDP areas and camps](https://karenwomen.org/2012/03/02/nursury-schools-in-idp-areas-and-camps/) - KWO also runs nursery schools in IDP camps and areas in Karen State inside Burma. Children's families have been forced to flee their villages due to conflict and attacks by the Burmese junta. Despite the circumstances we are able to provide enrichment, nutrition, and care to hundreds of children as well as training for teachers.
- [KWO's Women Exchange Program](https://karenwomen.org/2012/02/16/kwos-women-exchange-program/) - Goal: to encourage women of different backgrounds to share their concerns and exchange information and ideas. About the Project: The Women s Exchange with MAP started in 2001 and many women took part in a number of sites along the border area. Now, KWO runs regular Women's Exchange meetings in Mae La Oo and Mae
- [Women's Empowerment Training Mu Traw District, Karen State](https://karenwomen.org/2012/02/09/womens-empowerment-training-mu-traw-district-karen-state/) - KWO leaders and staff organized and conducted a Women's Empowerment and Vocational Training in Mu Traw District inside Karen State
- [Women's Empowerment and Vocational Training Du Th Htoo District, Karen State](https://karenwomen.org/2012/02/09/womens-empowerment-and-vocational-training-du-th-htoo-district-karen-state/) - KWO held a training of trainers Women's Empowerment session in Du Th Htoo District in Karen State. Women received training on a wide variety of important issues and returned to their townships and villages to repeat the training for other women. We also held a vocational training on sewing and weaving to expand the capacity
- [Women's Empowerment and Vocational Training - Du Pla Ya District, Karen State](https://karenwomen.org/2012/02/09/womens-empowerment-and-vocational-training-du-pla-ya-district-karen-state/) - KWO conducted a successful Women's Vocational and Empowerment training in Du Pla Ya District. The Empowerment training is a "training of trainers" so each participant returned to her village or township and conducted a training on what she had learned.
- [KWO Executive Committee 2009 - 2012](https://karenwomen.org/2012/02/06/kwo-executive-committee-2009-2012/)
- [KWO Releases Statement on Karen Peace Process and Leadership Meeting](https://karenwomen.org/2012/01/31/kwo-releases-statement-on-karen-peace-process-and-leadership-meeting/) - Statement of Karen Women Organization' Second Central Standing Committee Meeting of the 5th Congress 30th January 2012 The Karen Women Organization held its second Central Standing Committee's meeting after the 5th congress from 26th to 28th January, 2012. 40 representatives of 7 districts of Karen state and refugee camps, and special guests participated at the
- [Capacity Building - Learning To Make Us Stronger](https://karenwomen.org/2012/01/11/capacity-building-learning-to-make-us-stronger/) - CAPACITY BUILDING PROJECT Goal: To support and strengthen KWO s capac ity to provide essential services to the Karen refugee and village communities. About the project: In order to ensure the effective operation of KWO s work in the refugee camps, KWO organizes capacity building training for KWO staff and members. These activities have been
- [KWO Staff and Leaders Participate in Pounded Sticky Rice Competition](https://karenwomen.org/2012/01/06/kwo-staff-and-leaders-participate-in-pounded-sticky-rice-competition/) - KWO staff and leaders competed with other Karen people to make a traditional Karen dish out of pounded sticky rice. They took first prize!
- [16 Days of Activism](https://karenwomen.org/2011/12/07/578/) - During the Stopping Violence Against Women Day event in Mae Sariang attendees discussed the White Ribbon meaning and the story of the Unforgettable Butterflies. The Mirabel sisters, three women from the Dominican Republic who were assassinated for their political activism in the 1960s are known as the “Unforgettable Butterflies." They became a symbol of the
- [Stop Violence Against Women's Day at KWO Mae Sariang Office](https://karenwomen.org/2011/12/06/violence-against-women-day-at-kwo-mae-sariang-office/) - Events were held, during the 16 Days of Activism, in all 7 Karen Refugee Camps. KWO organized this activity in some cases alone and in other in cooperation with other NGO's, CBO's, or Camp Committees. We have complete reports from 4 of those events held in Mae Ra Moo, Umphiem, Ei Tu Tah, and Bang
- [Stop Violence Against Women Day Skit at Ei Tu Ta Refugee Camp](https://karenwomen.org/2011/12/06/violence-against-women-day-skit-at-ei-tu-ta-refugee-camp/) - KWO had activities on Violence Against Women Day in refugee camps. During the events KWO presented information about violence against women along with having young people within our community perform skits to educate themselves and others.
- [KWO Education Coordinator and Executive Committee member, K'nyawpaw](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/29/knyaw-2/) - [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sbbmsv5Kubs?rel=0&w=560&h=315]
- [KWO Advocacy Team](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/25/kwo-advocacy-team/) - KWO’s advocacy team raises awareness of the human rights violations of women and children in Karen State, and promotes action to bring about peaceful and democratic reform in Burma. KWO takes every opportunity to advocate for women’s rights in Burma by working with Burma's democracy groups, attending workshops and consulting with regional and international actors.
- [Adolescent Reproductive Health Network](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/25/adolescent-reproductive-health-network/) - Goal: To promote better understanding of sexual and reproductive health and rights among adolescents in IDP areas in Burma and in refugee camps along the Thai-Burma border, and create opportunities for adolescents in migrant communities in Thailand to access information. About the project: Since its inception in 2003, KWO has been involved with a network
- [HEALTH PROGRAM](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/25/health-program/) - Displaced women in conflict areas in Karen State are fleeing from violence around their homes, and cannot return. Cut off from the towns, they have little to no access to healthcare. With such poor access to health care, it is estimated that 721 mothers and 7,300 babies die for every 100,000 births in Eastern Burma
- [Safe Houses](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/25/safe-houses/) - KWO seeks to provide a safe shelter and support services within the Karen refugee camps on the Thai-Burma border for needy and vulnerable women and children, especially survivors of sexual or gender based violence (SGBV). In 2009 – 2010, KWO operated 11 safe houses in 7 camps. KWO safe houses provide a temporary place of
- [SOCIAL WELFARE PROGRAM](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/25/social-welfare-program/) - KWO provides direct assistance to community members and works towards solving social problems in the community. As refugees and IDPs, the population continues to face difficult social problems that exist in many communities such as sexual and gender based violence, unemployment, extreme poverty, caring for the elderly, the disabled, separated children, families in trouble, support
- [Women’s Empowerment and Vocation Training Project (IDP Areas)](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/25/womens-empowerment-vocational-training-project-idp-areas/) - Goal: To educate women in IDP areas and give them vocational and life skills training, building their confidence and skills to work for the community and increase women’s participation in all levels of decision-making. This project for women among the Internally Displaced People in Karen State has been running since 2005 in 6 districts. There
- [Capacity Building](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/25/capacity-building/) - Capacity Building Project Goal: To support and strengthen KWO’s capacity to provide essential services to the Karen refugee and village communities. In order to ensure the effective operation of KWO’s work in the refugee camps, KWO organizes capacity building training for KWO staff and members. These activities have been run regularly for ten years, with
- [Karen Young Women’s Leadership School (KYWLS)](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/25/karen-young-womens-leadership-school-kywls/) - Karen Young Women’s Leadership School (KYWLS) Goal: To empower young women to realize their potential leadership ability and move towards women's participation as equal partners with men in decision-making at a community level. KWO established the KYWLS in 2001. KYWLS targets young women who are interested in working for organizations, especially the KWO, in their
- [Unaccompanied Children and Dormitories project](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/25/unaccompanied-children-and-dormitories-project/) - The ongoing conflict in Burma has restricted the healthy development of the education system and left many children orphaned, or with only one parent. Many families are forced to send their children away from home to find safety and continue their studies uninterrupted. KWO operates dormitories in 5 of the refugee camps and in 2
- [Education Program](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/25/education-program/) - The KWO Education Program aims to ensure that all sectors of the community are given equal access to education, and addresses the needs primarily of women and girls, many of whom have not been able to access formal education before. This provides them with opportunities for development and empowerment, leading to greater participation in the
- [Dormitory Students](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/23/dormitory-students/)
- [Dormitory Activities](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/23/dormitory-activities/)
- [Dormitories](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/23/dormitories/) - KWO has sought to ensure the best possible care for students who live in our dormitories. We have created a manual of agreed upon "Minimum Standards of Care" which includes what we as a community want and expect for our children. We have conducted trainings for all carers in the various dormitories and the students
- [Nursery Schools hard at work](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/23/nursery-schools-hard-at-work/) - Nursery Schools in the Refugee camps Each of the 7 camps has its own nursery school system, managed by a variety of individuals and organisations. At the camp level KWO is involved in all camp Nursery Schools to some degree. KWO has provided advice and assistance to all of these nursery schools for many years.
- [Karen Women Learn New Skills and Discuss Issues](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/07/karen-women-learn-new-skills-and-discuss-issues/)
- [Karen Young Women's Leadership School Graduation Spring 2011](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/07/karen-young-womens-leadership-school-graduation-spring-2011/)
- [KWO Advocacy Team Member Naw Htoo Paw Speaks at Forum 2000](https://karenwomen.org/2011/11/07/kwo-advocacy-team-member-naw-htoo-paw-speaks-at-forum-2000/) - KWO representative Naw Htoo Paw spoke in October 2011 at the Forum 2000 Conference about the situation for women and girls in the conflict areas inside Burma. The 2011 Forum 2000 Conference was attended by 120 global leaders and 3000 observer/attendees. The theme of the conference in 2011 was the relationship of the rule of
- [Women's Leadership Training in Camp](https://karenwomen.org/2011/10/31/womens-leadership-training-in-camp/)
- [Counseling Training at the KWO Office](https://karenwomen.org/2011/10/31/counseling-training-at-the-kwo-office/) - Women from 5 camps are here at the KWO office being trained for 5 days on counseling. They want to get better at counseling women who have been victims of gender based violence in the camps. The energy and commitment of these women fills the room. They say there are two great parts of the
- [Special Education Teacher Training](https://karenwomen.org/2011/10/29/special-education-teacher-training/)
- [Organizing Trips to Refugee camps and Inside Karen State](https://karenwomen.org/2011/10/25/organizing-trips-to-refugee-camps-and-inside-karen-state/) - In order to maintain channels of communication between KWO managers, offices, refugee camps and members inside Karen State, and to facilitate community mobilising we conduct "organizing trips". In the refugee camps the KWO Executive Committee members, and central office staff travelled and met with KWO members and staff at all camp levels. They monitored KWO
- [Organizing and Information Sharing](https://karenwomen.org/2011/10/25/organizing-and-information-sharing/) - As part of its community organizing function, KWO has a role to mobilize and empower the Karen community from within. Thus, KWO runs activities in order to develop the capacity particularly of women and girls: to participate in decision-making processes, to work in the community, to participate in KWO as a women’s organisation, and to
- [Special Education](https://karenwomen.org/2011/10/06/special-education-2/) - The Special Education Project has 4 main components – Early Intervention with young children with disability (home visits and learning centre), Inclusive Education (up to Standard 2 in mainstream schools, SE centres and home visits), School for students with hearing impairments School for students with visual impairments. All of the children in the SE project
- [Students in KWO Dormitories](https://karenwomen.org/2011/07/06/students-in-kwo-dormitories/)
- [KWO Executive Committee Meeting](https://karenwomen.org/2011/07/06/kwo-executive-committee-meeting/)
- [KWO representative Naw Htoo Paw speaks at the UN Commission on Women](https://karenwomen.org/2011/02/07/kwo-representative-naw-htoo-paw-speaks-at-the-un-commission-on-women/) - Naw Htoo Paw represented KWO at the 55th Session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women in 2011, speaking on the situation for women in Burmese conflict areas. She used the KWO documentation and reports from women struggling with abuse by the Burmese military.
- [Capacity Training Development](https://karenwomen.org/2011/02/06/womens-empowerment-training-development/) - KWO works hard to plan each workshop it gives. These pictures are of KWO staff and leaders preparing training modules for a series of Capacity trainings we did for women in Refugee Camps geared to expand their leadership and management capacity to run KWO projects
- [KWO Representative Meets with United State's First Lady - Laura Bush 2007](https://karenwomen.org/2011/01/27/kwo-representative-meets-with-united-states-first-lady-laura-bush-2007/) - Naw K'nyawpaw at US White House 2007Naw K'nyawpaw meeting First Lady Laura Bush - 2007

## Pages

- [Home](https://karenwomen.org/) - KWO participates in the struggle to stop all kinds of oppression of women and of children and provides support for communities in the Thai-Burma border and in Karen State, Burma.
- [KWO 40 Year Anniversary Publications](https://karenwomen.org/kwo-40-year-anniversary-publications/)
- [Our Funders](https://karenwomen.org/our-funders/) - We’d like to give our special thanks to all of our Funders, without whom our work would not be possible. KWO Funders in 2024 America Jewish World Service (AJWS) Asia Pacific Network of Refugees (APNOR) BKKee Foundation Burma Relief Centre (BRC) Chippin’ Away Foundation DAK Foundation Danish Church Aid (DCA) Enfants du Mekong (EdM) Fund
- [Income Generation Project](https://karenwomen.org/social-welfare-program/income-generation-project/) - This project supports Karen refugee women’s efforts to generate income for themselves and their families. Through this project KWO assists women to find markets for their traditional handicraft products, and to develop the quality of the hand made products. The project directly promotes and protects our indigenous culture. KWO works with a dedicated group of
- [Strengthening Survivors Project](https://karenwomen.org/social-welfare-program/strengthening-survivors-project/) - We strongly believe that sustainable peace cannot be achieved in Burma without delivering justice to women survivors of violence, and holding accountable the perpetrators of human rights violations. KWO is implementing the “Strengthening Women Survivors Project” in partnership with “Asia Justice and Rights” (AJAR) which is a regional justice and rights organisation based in Jakarta.
- [Emergency Humanitarian Assistance Project](https://karenwomen.org/social-welfare-program/emergency-humanitarian-assistance-project/) - One of KWO’s traditional roles in our community is to provide practical assistance in times of emergency or crisis. This might be human or natural disasters, including floods, fire, landslides, loss of income, extreme poverty, cases of serious neglect and abandonment, or for those fleeing violence or armed conflict. We receive requests and information from
- [STAND UP Project](https://karenwomen.org/organising-and-information-sharing-program/stand-up-project/) - KWO believes sustainable and equitable development depends on community ownership and the full participation of women in all community decision-making. By becoming an implementing partner in this project, with 18 other community organisations, we have new opportunities to make progress together towards gender equality and to strengthen community resilience. 1. Project Goal To promote agricultural
- [Women's Voice: KWO Core Organisational Funding Project](https://karenwomen.org/organising-and-information-sharing-program/kwo-core-organisational-funding-project/) - KWO knows from experience that empowering women increases respect for human rights and reduces discrimination against women. We believe that women have a right to be properly represented in politics and society at large. And we believe that the whole community is better off when women play an equal role with men in decision-making. 1.
- [Health Program](https://karenwomen.org/health-program/) - KWO’s Health Program provides services, advocacy and capacity building to promote better health in our community. Our Health Program activities address common community health issues and we focus on the health needs of women and of children. KWO collaborates with existing community health organisations to support local health workers, to care for patients and the
- [Capacity Building Project](https://karenwomen.org/organising-and-information-sharing-program/capacity-building-project/) - The political, social and security context of the ethnic people in Burma is in a high period of flux and all community leaders, especially women, need to be well-informed and multi-skilled. With training, the capacity of women community leaders is strengthened. They are more able to assess community needs, run programs and manage local problems.
- [Camp Support Project](https://karenwomen.org/organising-and-information-sharing-program/camp-support-project/) - We believe women’s full participation in community decision making, service provision, and community management is essential to achieve an equitable and fair society for all. 1. Project Goal To recognise and support KWO camp-based leaders and staff and enable them to work more effectively in community management. 2. Location We implement this project in the
- [Safe Houses and Women's Protection Project](https://karenwomen.org/social-welfare-program/safe-houses-and-womens-protection-project/) - Like women everywhere in the world, Karen women and girls suffer from violence. In Karen State violence is state-sponsored and perpetrated by soldiers of the Burmese military junta. Violence against women also occurs in our own communities perpetrated by members of our own community, and often it is husbands against their wives. In the refugee
- [Social Welfare Program](https://karenwomen.org/social-welfare-program/) - KWO Social Welfare Program provides services, advocacy and capacity building in all sectors of Karen society. We provide direct care and assistance to community members and we work to solve social problems in our community, particularly those that affect women. Due to the failure of Burma’s successive governments to provide care and security for the
- [Organising and Information Sharing Program](https://karenwomen.org/organising-and-information-sharing-program/) - KWO’s Organising and Information Sharing Program provides services, advocacy and capacity building to support women’s empowerment, mobilize the community, and sustain the organisation. KWO believes that broad community and organisational education contributes to building a fair and tolerant civil society. We conduct training, events and activities around women’s rights, indigenous rights, democracy, political awareness, a
- [Traditional Birth Attendant training and support](https://karenwomen.org/health-program/traditional-birth-attendant-training-and-support/) - KWO believes everyone, especially women, should have access to safe and dignified health services. And that we all should be included in the design of the healthcare system. The health services in Karen State are very limited due to the many years of Burmese military attacks on the ethnic peoples. In most places there are
- [Baby Kits and Women's Health](https://karenwomen.org/health-program/baby-kits-and-womens-health/) - There are many obstacles to good health if you live in Burma, and maternal and child health in the ethnic areas is especially poor. Through decades of neglect the health system in Burma ranks among the worst in the world. In the ethnic areas, like Karen State, community-led health initiatives are essential to save lives.
- [Student Dormitories in Karen State Project with MTC](https://karenwomen.org/education-program/student-dormitories-with-mtc/) - All children have a basic Right to Education. Because of the many years of persecution and armed conflict with the Burma Army, there are not enough schools in the villages and towns of Burma. Many Karen village children do have access to a Primary School, but there is a lack of Secondary Schools. To continue
- [Student Dormitories and Separated Children Project with EDM](https://karenwomen.org/education-program/student-dormitories-with-edm/) - All children have a basic Right to Education. Because of the many years of persecution and armed conflict with the Burma Army, there are not enough schools in the villages and towns of Burma. Many Karen village children do have access to a Primary School, but there is a lack of Secondary Schools. To continue
- [Karen Young Women's Leadership School Project](https://karenwomen.org/education-program/karen-young-womens-leadership-school-project/) - Education is one of the most effective tools for women’s empowerment and we believe youth are real change makers in every society. KWO designed this school especially for young women, to ensure there is a safe place where they can acquire the skills and knowledge to participate actively as leaders in our community and to
- [Special Education Project](https://karenwomen.org/education-program/special-education-project/) - KWO developed and implements the Special Education Project because we believe in “Education for All”. We identified a gap in the mainstream education and social service systems which excluded children with disabilities in our communities and we set up this project to address that need. 1. Project Goal To promote the basic rights of all
- [Early Childhood Development & Education Project.  In Karen State](https://karenwomen.org/education-program/early-childhood-development-education-project-in-karen-state/) - The children supported by this project live in the conflict-affected areas in Karen State, Burma. There has been an ethnic struggle for freedom from military oppression in Burma for more than 70 years. The ethnic Karen people have been especially persecuted by successive Burmese military regimes. Years of instability has left the rural Karen people
- [Early Childhood Development & Education Project.  In 2 refugee camps](https://karenwomen.org/education-program/early-childhood-development-education-project-in-2-refugee-camps/) - Very young children are the most vulnerable group in any community and women are the main carers. Young children require a lot of support to develop and be healthy. For women to participate fully in community life, they need safe childcare for young children. KWO established Nursery Schools in refugee camps to address these two
- [Thank You](https://karenwomen.org/thank-you/) - We’d like to give our special thanks for your kind donation. Without you our work would not be possible. When you donate to KWO, you provide help directly to women, to children and to the most vulnerable members of the community. Funds donated to KWO are used for Humanitarian Assistance in Karen State, and for
- [About](https://karenwomen.org/about/) - Who we are The Karen Women’s Organisation (KWO) was formed in 1949 and re-organised in 1985. Currently KWO has a membership of more than 70,000 women living in Karen State, Burma and in refugee camps along the Thai-Burma border. KWO is a leading indigenous women’s organisation working in protection and our programs directly serve women,
- [Education Program](https://karenwomen.org/education-program/) - KWO’s Education Program provides services, advocacy and capacity building to promote education in our community. We provide schooling where there are gaps in existing education mainstream services in the refugee camps, and in areas in Karen State. We particularly target girls in the community to ensure they have equal access to education, protection, development and
- [Subscribe](https://karenwomen.org/subscribe/) - Sign up with your email address to receive an email notification every time new content has been added to our website. All email addresses are held in strict confidence and you can unsubscribe at any time.
- [Magazine](https://karenwomen.org/magazine/) - KWO magazine is published three times a year, in Karen language with the aim of sharing information, promoting literacy, and empowering Karen women and the wider community, especially in remote areas, by being better informed about current issues. We print hundreds of copies for distribution and publish also online. You can read or download copies
- [KWO Media Statements](https://karenwomen.org/kwo-media-statements/) - As part of our advocacy program KWO regularly releases media statements, calls to action, formal letters, and sometimes joint statements with our network of allies. Documents are in English or Karen or Burmese language, depending on the target audience.
- [Resources](https://karenwomen.org/resources/) - We present a selection of useful resources. There are training manuals, teaching aids, materials for raising awareness in the community, videos, and community documents which promote human rights and democracy. Some have been produced by KWO, some have been produced by other local organisations, and others were developed by KWO in collaboration with international organisations.
- [Human Rights Reports](https://karenwomen.org/human-rights-reports/) - KWO occasionally conducts Human Rights-based research on issues in our own community. We focus on how conditions are affecting women’s lives. The reports we produce in English are available here. Reports are also available in Karen language.
- [Operational Reports](https://karenwomen.org/operational-reports/) - KWO produces operational reports about our whole organisation and our achievements, every year or two. We also produce occasional “Situation Updates”. A selection of them are available here in English.
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- [Background of the Karen People](https://karenwomen.org/background-of-the-karen-people/) - The Karen are a large and dispersed ethnic group of Southeast Asia. They trace their origins to the Gobi Desert, Mongolia, or Tibet. Karen settled in Burma/Myanmar's southern Irrawaddy Delta area and in the hills along the Salween River in eastern Myanmar and in neighboring Thailand. In the past numerous peoples were considered Karen sub-groups:
- [Privacy Policy](https://karenwomen.org/privacy-policy/) - Who we are The Karen Women’s Organisation (KWO) was formed in 1949 and re-organised in 1985. Currently KWO has a membership of more than 60,000 women living in Karen State, Burma and in refugee camps along the Thai-Burma border. Our website address is: https://karenwomen.org. Cookies If you leave a comment on our site you may
- [Support Us](https://karenwomen.org/support-us/) - Donate Support Us and Support Change. When you donate to KWO, you provide help directly to women, to children and to the most vulnerable members of the community. Funds donated to KWO are used for Humanitarian Assistance in Karen State, and for protection activities with women and children. Please donate here. Volunteer with KWO If
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