Luang Prabang

Luang Prabang

Monday, March 7, 2011

Two Articles for Vientiane Times

Robert Anderson has submitted two short articles, with photos, for consideration for publication in the Vientiane Times. Both report recent assistance provided in Luang Prabang Province by the NGO Community Learning International.

Here are these articles:


Luang Prabang School Athletes Receive Help Preparing for Games

Track and field athletes training to represent Luang Prabang Province in the coming School Games in Savannakhet received a boost recently when the NGO Community Learning International (CLI) provided sport shoes for the team. Previously many of the runners had to train on the hot track without shoes or wore heavy shoes not suited for running. The 40 pairs of shoes and other gear were provided by CLI at a cost of US$1,500. CLI is also providing two volunteer international coaches to assist local coaches in preparing the team. The photo shows team members, coaches, and Luang Prabang Education Department Director Mr.Eung Losavanh who received the donation on behalf of the Province.      


New Learning Center Opens in Nong Kiaw

A new Leaning Center was recently opened at Nong Kiaw, Ngoi District, Luang Prabang Province, to provide local children and youth increased access to books and learning activities. The project’s NGO sponsor, Community Learning International (CLI), has operated the project in Nong Kiaw for several years but the new facility will allow activities to be expanded and many more children to benefit..The Center contains a library, a large activity room, storage and toilets. The construction cost of US$22,000 was partially supported by contributions from Pencils of Promise and Ngoi District. The photos show the new Learning Center and Province, District and CLI representatives participating in the opening ceremony. 


 Ideally one or both of these articles will make it into the Vientiane times.

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