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Report on Three Villages: Blessing Hands Charity’s School Supplies Work Done in Maraland
First of all, I thank almighty God who has given me another chance to do this report and also I would like to say thank you to Blessing Hands’ Director and all board members including bro Bie on behalf of Mara people. We do know that these projects will not success in Maraland without you. And here, I would like to make an apology that I could not submit report on time in the meeting held on 30th March because it is hard to get information in time especially remote villages like Maraland. But, I would like you know that we, me and assistant Mr. Va To, are very happy and work tirelessly for our people. We envision how many Mara people are educated after a decade with the support of BHC. As following are the reports each village and other and photos; 1. Khipilu Village We reached to Khipilu village on 13th December, 2023. The villagers were very happy they were going to get school supplies and welcoming us with whole heartedly. We started the meeting with prayer in village chairman committee’s house with village elders’ men and women at night. We explained about Blessing Hands Charity and its work especially about school supplies which should be done and not be done. They all asked for chairs, desks, solar and battery, and metal roof for school. The meeting members agreed to select five people as implementation board for school supplies. They were the leaders to implement above school supplies asked for. We gave them the budget in their hands. They were thankful to BHC and full with gratitude and joy. Their school grade is middle school and over 90 students. The households are 50 household. They have now done ninety percentages of school supplies. On last February, there was into contact between People defense force and junta near village. God help us all villagers and school building were safe. 2. Hloma Village We reached to Hloma village on 14th February, 2024. We had to wait two days to have meeting with villagers because they all were in farm. Villagers did enjoy and came back to village when they heard we were in village. After that, we had meeting with elders. We explained and discuss about project procedure and utilization of the budget. They said words of thanks especially to director and all board members, and bro Bie of BHC. They asked for chairs and desks, two cabinets, laptop and printer. Their village school grade is primary school. The population of students is 90 students. The village’s household is 45 household. Now They have done half of school supplies. 3. Taula Village We reached to Taula village on 10th April, 2024. The location of Khipilu and Taula villages is in the end of northern part of Maraland. I have to go there for two days by motorbike from the place I am in Matupi Town but I do enjoy travelling. We had meeting on 11th April in the house of village committee chairman with prayer of Pastor Rev. Bihlu of Taula village. As usual, we discussed project procedure and we had question and answer. They asked for desks and chairs, extension of class room; woods and metal roof, renovation of school toilets and piping for school. They said words of thanks to BHC, director and all board members and bro Bie. I was overwhelmed with surprise that population of students of primary school was around 180 students. The household of village is 64 households. They will have finished above them asking for by June. 4. Other A. New School building of Taubu that relief of Mokha cyclone budget was used is now under implementation. We have finished roof with metal. By the end of May before school reopen, we are going to finish. B. I would like to mention here that the parents of students who are not able to afford their schooling are asking for sponsorship like New Lovai students. C. I would like to inform director and all board members, and Bro. Bie that the school will reopen by the end of May not only Maraland but the whole Myanmar even though country is unrest. With sincerely and respectfully, Pa (Administrator, BHC of Maraland) |
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We are grateful for your support and encouragement for The Chin State in Myanmar!
Blessing Hands has been working in Myanmar for over two years helping with 13 village school projects. However, the Chin State in Myanmar is suffering because of the recent military coup and Covid-19 infections, so Blessing Hands has changed its focus in the Mindat and Matupi areas to support the refugees fleeing into the countryside for safety.
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Myanmar is currently in a state of military control, with the recent coup that took place. Shooting occurs on a daily basis. The Chin State towns of Mindat and Matupi are under martial law. Many people have fled to their home villages, so there is a large refugee problem.
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Christians are persecuted but they still continue to fight the army with guerilla tactics. Teachers are also on strike so there is no school. Covid-19 has created a huge problem since the medical system has collapsed with strikes and arrests of nurses and doctors.
A plea for help from our administrator in Chin State.
"Many refugees in my village live in fear and need our prayers and financial assistance. About 500 people live in our village as refugees. Any amount of financial aid you would graciously offer would be deeply appreciated. " |
Previous Projects We Hope Will Continue
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There was no road to the two Taubu villages in Myanmar, so Blessing Hands sponsored the creation of a road. The locals worked together and began to clear a path for a new path. Most of their transportation is by motorcycle or walking.
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Wood arrived by motorcycle for our Taubu Village school to start working on their desks. After some hard work, these desks are ready to be used in the classrooms! They created individual desks for personal use, but also longer desks for meetings and collaborative work among the students.
The Taubu Villages also built two libraries. They named them for Yaya Luo, who raised money for the books and Blessing Hands Charity. The library is built entirely of bamboo and took about two weeks to construct. The road and libraries will open numerous doors of opportunity for the children in Myanmar, enabling them to explore the world and gain more knowledge!
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The three-month English classes in 2020 and 2021 were so popular that the two Taubu villages are asking for more Summer English classes. Blessing Hands paid three bilingual teachers to teach 91-150 students daily. The children enjoy learning and gaining language skills that will equip them for higher education and better jobs in the future. We have recently provided a solar panel so the school and church can have electricity for the first time. We also provided a generator to power the school's printer, TV, and satellite dish.
Blessing Hands has hired a teacher for New Taubu school. He also serves as an assistant to Pa Mena, our administrator in this part of Chin State called Maraland. Pa has traveled by motorbike to 10 villages and surveyed the village leaders and all people to help identify needs in each community. More information on this on-going project will be updated regularly on our Facebook Page! |