Blog - Shanta Village Partners

Menstruation is Not a Bad Word

December 6, 2023

Most community members, particularly women, in rural Myanmar villages lack adequate knowledge of family planning. A lack of effective child-care practices, difficulties obtaining healthcare services,

Pig Farming Continues to Thrive in Myanmar Villages

November 21, 2023

Despite unstable conditions, travel and trade restrictions, and runaway inflation, our Pig Farm Project has achieved significant success due to Shanta’s long-term village partnerships and

Myanmar’s Thadingyut “Festival of Lights”

November 8, 2023

Thadingyut Festival took place in Myanmar last week, bringing a sense of gratitude, unity, and celebration to a nation that has undergone tremendous turmoil in

Hope and Hopelessness in Siyowi Village

October 27, 2023

"Don't be afraid of the shadows. It only means there's a light nearby." - Amy Lee Sitting in the Dallas airport, just in from Zambia, I am anxiously waiting to

A Tribute to Jeff Markel

October 22, 2023

A Remembrance Shanta lost a pioneering member of our community this year. Co-founder and former executive director, Mike Karpfen, shared a touching tribute honoring Jeff

Meet Khun Aung Sein

September 15, 2023

• How long have you worked with Muditar? What was your first role? I have been employed at Muditar since December 2015, which means I