The Scholarship for Basic Education project, supported by Rob Waardenburg’s Legacy, provides educational opportunities for underprivileged students in northern Thailand, particularly those from indigenous and ethnic minority communities.

The Educational Support for Than Taung Gyi Internally Displaced Persons (TTG - IDPs) project was launched to address the disruption of education for children displaced by violence after Myanmar's military coup.

Food for Dormitory Students project provides three daily meals to dormitory children, ensuring their access to education despite the ongoing conflicts in Myanmar

This project not only addressed the immediate need for a community preschool class but also nurtured community collaboration, paving the way for a brighter educational future for the children of Takam village.

The urban refugees came with families and stayed as Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in communities along the border. They are on the “dead list”, their houses were invaded, and their friends were arrested and killed.

Providing school supplies and equipment for two schools in very remote areas, so the students can gain knowledge and develop skills to reach their full potential.

The donated stationery has not only filled a tangible gap in essential learning materials but has also generated a sense of enthusiasm and motivation among the students.

The project addresses the insufficient salaries of BNSCLC teachers by providing supplementary funds to support their financial well-being and recognise their year-round dedication.

In 2015, KAKO launched a higher education initiative to support secondary school graduates in pursuing university studies, aiming to break financial barriers and inspire others to follow.

The project focused on enhancing the well-being of teachers, providing essential school materials, and addressing the nutritional needs of both students and teachers.

The project prepares children for school by following Cambodia’s preschool curriculum, encouraging regular attendance, teaching basic health and hygiene, and providing nutrition and health check-ups, supporting their success in school and life.

This project supports underprivileged youth by providing financial assistance, enabling two motivated students to continue their education and pursue greater opportunities.

The KAKO scholarship eases this burden by covering school fees, uniforms, and stationery, and supports families with rice and a bicycle, enabling more children to complete their education and access better job opportunities.

The preschools ensure that between 80 to 100 children per year are well prepared to attend primary school, improving their chances of successfully completing their education.

Pying Mong village in Myanmar is a rural, isolated Lahu ethnic minority community with over 1,000 residents and no local school, leaving most people without formal education and unable to speak Burmese.

This project supports the Loi Sam Sip school near the Thai-Myanmar border, providing education, meals, and basic necessities for students from diverse ethnic backgrounds living in an IDP camp. Funding covers school operations, teacher salaries, and essential supplies to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment for children facing significant challenges

Intensive English Career Bridging Programme enhances professional skills, cultural understanding, and collaboration among students from diverse ethnic backgrounds, promoting peace and reconciliation.

We support motivated young students pursuing further education to better their lives and contribute to their families and communities. We assist students studying in quality schools near the Thai-Myanmar area, whose families couldn’t afford the additional living expenses not covered by the schools.

The project aims to build the capacity of Karen teachers, equipping them to share skills in child protection and education and to strengthen schools into sustainable local institutions. It focuses on enhancing infrastructure, resources, and policies to improve education quality and protect children, ultimately enhancing the lives of children and community members in targeted communities.

KAKO established 18 libraries in some of the poorest villages. Launched in 2002, these libraries support new readers, students, and adults in maintaining and improving their literacy skills.