BANGKOK, Thailand — Hundreds of disadvantaged villagers among the hill tribes of Thailand have an opportunity to escape the vicious cycle of poverty, thanks to a “community transformation project” funded by Southern Baptists.
In northern Thailand, villagers are able to grow only a minimal amount of food for their needs, leaving many families unable to generate enough income to provide for other essentials. In addition, limited access to government hospitals and public health offices present health-care challenges.
Through Baptist Global Response, Southern Baptists are working with a coalition of Christian organizations and experienced national staff to address needs identified by local officials in 14 villages.
The initiative, funded by the Southern Baptist World Hunger Fund and General Relief Fund, will promote an improved quality of life among the Hmong, Mien and Lua people groups in northern Thailand by providing vocational-skills training and education in the areas of health, literacy and English.
Training will vary according to the specific needs in each village but includes agriculture, health education, literacy, care for the dying, English, motorcycle repair, business skills, electrical skills and student ministries.
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