Myanmar

In July 2009, several days of torrential rain triggered flash flooding and mudslides in Phar Kant, Myanmar, also known as Burma, a city famous for jade mining. Approximately 900 residents of a nearby mining town were left homeless by the mudslides and were provided with temporary shelter by the local monks. In addition, 24 people had lost their lives.

Hearing of the people’s plight, Supreme Master Ching Hai sent US$5,000 to be distributed by two local initiates to homeless families, especially those who had lost their loved ones. The initiates prepared flyers and 120 printed sport shirts promoting the vegan lifestyle and set out for the region on August 4, 2009. The monks were able to relocate 131 people and others were accommodated by their relatives in local villages, with more still looking for shelter. All were extremely grateful for Supreme Master Ching Hai’s help and loving support. We thank the monks and local mining businessman, Mr.Yee, for their help in providing housing for the affected families, and pray that the victims now have comfort and shelter to ease their lives.

Expenditures by Supreme Master Ching Hai
for Mudslide Relief Work in Myanmar

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