Knowledge Zone Vocational Training Center - Thailand Mae Sot - Volunteers Base - Free Volunteering and Work Exchange Opportunities.

Location: Mae Sot, Thailand

Knowledge Zone was founded in July, 2008 by a small number of dedicated teachers who wanted to promote a better and sustainable education for the poverty-stricken Burmese migrant workers in Mae Sot. Knowledge Zone thrives to promote and provide education to all, regardless of nationality, ethnicity, religion, race, gender, political or social background.

Knowledge Zone is recognized under the Thai Ministry of Education and currently provides classes in Computers, Spoken English, English Grammar, Thai Language, Burmese Language, and English For Kids. There are currently 8 full time teachers and 3 office staff members in Knowledge Zone.

Mission

Knowledge Zone believes that education is crucial for the betterment of an individual and the Burmese community as a whole. We strive to succeed in the following eight objectives throughout all of our activities:

1. Support the basic educational needs for the Burmese migrants in Mae Sot

2. Provide continuous quality education for young adults

3. Promote students’ professional development, especially in the area of computer and language skills

4. Create a better environment for and empower the Burmese community, regardless of an individual’s ethnicity, religion, race, gender, or political and social background

5. Support the capacity building and skills training of urban Burmese refugees

6. Create access to education for the poorest and the most vulnerable Burmese migrant workers in Mae Sot

7. Support pre-academic education for students who want to have access to University level education abroad.

8. Open a free education centre in Burma

Knowledge Zone is always looking for volunteer teachers for English and Basic Computer Skills. If you are interested, please contact us

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