Brief Overview of the 2024-25 Funding Gap for Teacher Subsidies
11,231 Karen community teachers are preparing for the start of the 2024-2025 school
year. Unfortunately, we are facing a funding shortfall that could leave many teachers
without the stipends they and their families rely on.
Karen teachers are provided 12,000 Thai Baht (350 USD) per year. This barely meets
their basic living needs. We have secured 75% of the required funding but urgently
need the remaining 25% to ensure teachers can remain in their valued roles guiding
their students.
This gap in funding puts our teachers at risk at a time of economic and political crisis.
We appeal to all individuals and organizations to help us close this gap. Spiralling
inflation and increasing commodity prices are already a massive weight on their
shoulders. Your contribution will help ease a teachers’ financial burdens, allowing
them her focus on their classroom duties.
Supporting the Kawthoolei teacher subsidy is an investment in the well-being and
empowerment of our educators. By recognizing their invaluable contributions and
providing the support they need, we affirm our commitment to quality education in
Kawthoolei. Your generosity can make a lasting impact, inspiring these teachers to
continue making a difference in the lives of Karen children.
Together, we can build a brighter future through education and the empowerment of
teachers. Thank you for your support.
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