Programs & Projects

Karenni National Women's Organization (KNWO) serves over 1000 woman members, over 5000 families in 2 refugee camps along the Thailand-Myanmar border, and thousands of direct beneficiaries in Karenni state.

We have 2 offices- the Central office in Mae Hong Son, and the branch office in Loikaw. The Central office serves refugees in the refugee camps along the Thai-Myanmar border, while the Loikaw office serves the townships and villages in Karenni state. The Loikaw office also runs a Safe House for survivors of GBV and DV.

Our programs are aimed at:

1. Build the capacity of women to be decision-makers and leaders in their families and communities.
2. Promote and protect Karenni women's rights locally and globally.
3. Provide necessary services and support to women and children to ensure their well-being.

We have programs & projects in the following areas:

Women and Child Protection Program (WCP)

Women Livelihood Program (WLP)

Women Empowerment Program (WEP)

Early Child Development Program (ECD)

Advocacy and Documentation Program (ADP)

Emergency Humanitarian Aid Response Project