Pong Leuk Village with WWF


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Published: June 10th 2008
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You may remember my previous visit to this remote Karien Village on the border of Mynamar (Burma). Last time, I was only there for a few hours. This time I had permission to stay for 5 days, in order to find out more about what is needed here, & to write up a volunteer specification for future volunteers. I also had the chance to get involved with a lesson at the local school. The WWF are working... Read Full Entry



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The children watch TVThe children watch TV
The children watch TV

One of their only luxury's, & only possible due to recently installed solar power.
This is a weaving loom at "The Princess Project"This is a weaving loom at "The Princess Project"
This is a weaving loom at "The Princess Project"

Set up by the Kings daughter to give work to the local women
The Armys Maleria Doctor Hands out medicineThe Armys Maleria Doctor Hands out medicine
The Armys Maleria Doctor Hands out medicine

This is a high risk Maleria zone. 140 people in the village contracted the desease in the last year alone.



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