Intervita works in Myanmar
Why we workEx Burma is a mainly rural country. The state controls the economy which is greatly dependent on trade with other countries. The current policy does not offer infrastructures, nor invests sufficiently in public education and health.
It therefore follows that human and entrepreneurial development is greatly limited, with widespread poverty and high malnutrition and infant mortality levels (68 deaths for every 1,000 births). Life expectation is extremely low (approximately 56 years old) and mainly involves women: 2% die from complications whilst giving birth.
The main causes of death are disease and infection, which, in actual fact, can be easily cured: respiratory infections, cerebral and gastro enteric infections, septicemia and malaria and eye infections.
Our aimsTo ensure appropriate living conditions with regard to everyday situations, health and education, to lay the basis for a better future.
How we workIntervita’s support is provided to 5 orphanages housing a total of 545 children and adolescents aged between 5 and 20 years old.
Two institutes are in Yangon, the Nan Oo Monastery Education School and the Myinthar Oo Monastic School, whilst three are in Shan State near Taunggyi, Daw Gyi Daw Nge and Old People’s Home, Holy Infant Jesus Home, and Brother Felice.
Most of the teachers and their co-workers provide their professional skills as volunteers.
Description of the projectThe project activities can be grouped into three macro areas: food, health, training and education.
Food safety:
- implementation of nutritional programmes to provide children with their basic dietary requirements and a diet that is suited to their age.
Health:
- increased available human resources for an appropriate health service (qualified nurses and doctors)
- supply of medicinal products
- training and education on personal and environmental hygiene targeting children and the workers themselves
- construction of hygiene-sanitary services
Training and education:
- coverage of school costs
- supply of teaching and school materials (stationery, exercise books, books)
- university scholarships
- promotion of cultural, sports and recreational activities
 
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