Education Lao People's Democratic Republic Project #55923

Fund Our New English School Building in Laos

by Action Change (Formerly GVI Trust)

Project Report | Nov 17, 2025
We're still teaching on Laos

By Shayle Havemann | Project Leader

One report shows only 4% of college/uni grads in Laos live below the poverty line as opposed to 47% who didn't have access to education. We aim to improve students' ability to increase their socio-economic status and their capacity to contribute to the development of their communities and country. Ultimately, we aim to provide equal access to education, scholarships and employment opportunities for men and women so that they can meaningfully contribute towards the development of Laos.

Through a thorough interviewing process, conducted by local staff, we identify youth in need of support. In addition to providing access to English education and skills development through our other programs, should the individual be deemed in need of assistance, we seek to provide a scholarship to increase their access to educational opportunities. Students with sponsorship are less likely to drop out due to economic pressures and therefore more likely to succeed in the long term.

A donation of $45 sponsers one child for one month

Thank you for your help

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Jul 23, 2025
Laying the Foundation for a Brighter Future

By Kerry | Lead Teacher

We are so grateful for your continued support of our mission to build a school in rural Laos. Thanks to your generosity and belief in this project, we are moving closer to turning a dream into a reality for children who have, for too long, gone without access to a safe and suitable place to learn.

This past quarter, our local team has made real progress. Land has been secured in the village, and after extensive community consultation, we’ve finalized the plans for the new school building. Local families and village leaders have been involved every step of the way, ensuring the design reflects both cultural values and the practical needs of the children.

Currently, many students are learning in a structure made from bamboo and tin. It leaks during the rainy season and offers little shelter from the heat or cold. Still, these children come every day, eager to learn. Their resilience continues to inspire us—and reminds us why this project matters so deeply.

The school we are building will include permanent classrooms, a safe roof, proper flooring, and enough space for every child to sit, learn, and grow. We are also working with local educators to ensure that the curriculum is relevant and engaging, and that teachers have the resources they need to thrive in the new space.

As we enter the next phase of the project, we will begin gathering materials and engaging skilled workers from nearby villages to begin construction. Our goal is not only to build a school but to strengthen the entire community through the process—creating jobs, building skills, and investing in long-term opportunity.

Every dollar raised on GlobalGiving so far has helped move this vision forward. Your support is laying bricks, quite literally, for a better future. This is more than a building. It is a commitment to equity, education, and hope for the next generation of Laotian children.

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Mar 25, 2025
Build a bright future

By Maisie Mayne | Fundraising intern

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