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Community Fundraising Through Local Products and Handicrafts

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YPD Karenland is currently organizing a community-based fundraising initiative by producing and selling locally made products, including banana chips, fresh vegetables, and handmade crafts such as keychains. This effort is part of our commitment to sustaining our programs and continuing to serve our community in meaningful ways. The primary goal of this initiative is to […]

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Supporting Livelihoods Through Food Processing Training for Refugees

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YPD Karenland recently organized a vocational training program aimed at equipping participants from refugee camps with practical, income-generating skills. The training focused on teaching how to produce three traditional and valuable food products: jaggery, fermented mushrooms, and fried dried fish. Participants were guided through each step of the process, learning both the techniques and the

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YPD Karenland Hosts Youth Activities to Strengthen Social Skills and Inspire Future Community Leaders

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On February 14, YPD Karenland successfully organized a dynamic youth activity program aimed at fostering personal growth and community engagement among young people. The event brought together youth participants in a vibrant and supportive environment where they could learn, interact, and grow together. The activities included interactive games, peer-to-peer knowledge sharing, and a variety of

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Supports People with Disabilities Through Community Fundraising

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On November 9, YPD Karenland traveled to an IDP camp to reach out to people with disabilities, offering both essential support and emotional encouragement. During this time of political instability, many people in Karenland are struggling to earn a living. For people with disabilities, life has become even more difficult. To help them, YPD Karenland

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Providing Second Half of Emergency Support to IDPs in Pa Lu Poe

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Following the first round of emergency distributions in Tar Ner Auu Kloe, YPD Karenland continued its humanitarian outreach by providing essential food supplies to internally displaced families in Pa Lu Poe. This action is part of YPD Karenland’s broader effort to assist communities severely affected by conflict and forced displacement. With the generous support of

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YPD Karenland Provides Mine Risk Education Training to Conflict-Affected Community

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YPD Karenland recently delivered a Mine Risk Education (MRE) training to a community living amid ongoing conflict, aiming to equip residents with essential knowledge to protect themselves and their children from the dangers of landmines and other explosive threats. As conflict continues to affect many areas in Karen State, the risk of landmines and unexploded

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YPD Karenland and Partners Celebrate Nurse Aid & Pharmacist Aid Graduation in Hpa-An

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On 23 November 2025, YPD Karenland joined Devi Shwe Education in celebrating the Nurse Aid and Pharmacist Aid Completion Graduation Ceremony at Shwe Hpa-An Guesthouse in Hpa-An. The ceremony recognized trainees who successfully completed the diploma programs, which are licensed by the Myanmar Health Authority and operated by an official health company. The YPD Karenland

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Providing First Half of Emergency Support to IDPs in Tar Ner Auu Kloe

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On November 18, 2025, YPD Karenland delivered urgent humanitarian assistance to internally displaced people (IDPs) in Tar Ner Auu Kloe, supporting families who continue to face the impacts of ongoing political conflict. This initiative reflects YPD Karenland’s commitment to protecting vulnerable communities and serving those experiencing hardship during crisis. As part of YPD Karenland’s emergency

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Alternatives to Violence Project: Building Peace from the Heart

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At YPD Karenland, we are conducting the Alternatives to Violence Project (AVP) once or twice a week for local community youth. The program focuses on self-development, peacebuilding, and teamwork through interactive learning, reflections, and fun group activities. This training provides a valuable opportunity for young people to think deeply about themselves, their emotions, and their

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Daily Products of YPD Karenland: Growing Together for a Sustainable Community

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At YPD Karenland, we focus strongly on agriculture because food is a basic need that sustains life every day. In these challenging times for the people of Karenland, our agricultural work has become a vital source of support and hope for the local community. Through our farming initiatives, we have been able to provide training

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