The latest news and events from The Karen Hilltribes Trust. Penelope Worsley is available to give talks at private and public events in exchange for a donation to the Trust. If you'd like to know more about this, contact us.

Urgent funding needed to ensure children can stay in school

5 Feb 2012

Urgent funding is needed for 75 children from very remote villages who need support in their dormitory so they can stay at school.

Huay Kai Pa dormitory was built in 2004 and is home to 75 children that are looked after by 2 caretakers and a manager.  50 children go to the local primary school, and 25 to the secondary school 40 minutes away. The children come from  very remote villages and very poor homes.  They do not have enough money to pay for food or accommodation.

You have helped sponsor the running costs of £20,000 per year (1million thb) with your generous donations to date. However, new funding is needed from May 2012.

Just £300 per year per student covers all their costs. If you are able to donate then your contributions would be gratefully received.

You can find out more about the dormitories on our website.

Jungle Trek 2013

We hope to organise a trek for 10 people walking through the mountains near the Burma border, sleeping in tents under the full moon and staying in the remote Karen villages. This is an experience that is unique, life-changing and great fun!  Approximate dates yet to be confirmed are from 20 January - 3 February.  Starting with 2 days in Chiang Mai, travelling to the western town of Khun Yuam and then walking and camping for 8/10 days, this will give you a wonderful holiday.  The Karen people will look after you all the way.  We ask you to raise £2500 (Gift Aided) which will include your hotel in Chiang Mai and all the trek costs.  Your will have to pay for and organise your own airfare. Please contact Penelope if you are interested – This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Launch of new website

1st February 2012

This is our new-look website and we hope that you like it and find it easy to use.  Any feedback is welcome. You can contact us with your comments.

Forthcoming talks in York and the surrounding area

1st February 2012

Penelope will be giving talks about the work of the charity to the following local groups and organisations:

3 July 2012
7.30pm Yorkshire Countrywomen’s Association – Stamford Bridge

12 July 2012
2.00pm Copmanthorpe Mothers’ Union

11 September 2012
7.30pm Heworth WI

15 September 2012
10.45am York and District Guild Weavers

9 October 2012
2.00pm Church Fenton Tuesday Group

10 October 2012
2.00pm Yorkshire Countrywomen’s Association - Richmond

2 April 2013
10.30am Stamford Bridge Probus Club

14 May 2013
7.30pm Yorkshire Countrywomens' Association Nun Monkton

Forthcoming Events

26 June 2012
4-6.30pm Bath Gap Year Fair - King Edward's School

27 June 2012
4-6.30pm Bristol Gap Year Fair – Bristol Grammar School