Samaki Laos
Encounters. Projects. Paths to independence.
Samaki Laos was born in Tad Lo through encounters that became friendships. The association supports projects that begin with a locally expressed idea, need or initiative. We contribute time, skills and resources with one simple principle: help without deciding in place of the people concerned.
A human story first and foremost
Before the projects, there are people. Conversations, ideas, sometimes very simple needs, and above all a relationship of trust built over time.
In Tad Lo and surrounding villages, Samaki Laos works this way: listen first, understand the local reality, then look together for what can genuinely be useful. Sometimes it is a teacher, sometimes training, some equipment, or simply the right helping hand at the right time.
Four projects, four areas of action
The homepage gives you the essentials. To understand the story, needs and budget required for each action, visit the Our Projects page.
Education
English ClassCreate a free after-school class led over time by a Lao teacher for children from villages around Tad Lo.
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Training
Massage ProjectSupport five women from Tad Lo as they learn and improve massage skills in order to develop a sustainable activity.
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Local development
Katu SistersHelp Sydachan and Soutavan develop their Katu skills, sewing and economic independence without doing things in their place.
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Solidarity
School sponsorshipHelp families cover expenses that can disrupt a child’s schooling: supplies, transport, meals or clothing.
View the project →There is more than one way to help
Support a concrete need
You can make an unrestricted donation to Samaki Laos and let us use it where it is most useful.
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We look for people whose experience meets a specific need: training, technical skills, languages or professional support.
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