CADIS Thailand distributed 400 packs of good in Myanmar and prepares for more deliveries

From 21 to 23 of April, CADIS Thailand implemented the first delivery of food and goods to the affected people in Myanmar.

At the Camillian Pastoral Care Center in Lat Krabang, Bangkok, more than 350 packs of goods have been prepared for distribution during the first mission of CADIS Thailand to Myanmar. The packs included rice, instant noodles, canned food, drinking water and medical kits.

Fourteen (14) Camillians and volunteers reached Ban Klang, Mae Jae District, Roi Koh Province, Myanmar, passing through the checkpoint at the Thailand - Myanmar border.  At the border, the team was welcomed by Fr. Bo Choi, a local priest, who guided them to Ban Klang – the central aid distribution site for affected villagers.
 

During the journey, the team met two main groups of displaced individuals - earthquake survivors who are in dire need of food and shelter and IDPs due to political unrest and civil war. CADIS had already assisted this group two years ago.

Coordination efforts were led by Fr. Rocco Sriprasert, MI, Director of CADIS Thailand and Assistant Secretary of the Catholic Social Affairs Office of the Bishops’ Conference of Thailand, in collaboration with Fr. Thammanoon – head of the Social Affairs Office, Diocese of Chiang Mai, Fr. Khunyuam parish priest  and Fr. Santi – who assisted with hospitality and logistics. Local health practitioners Dr. Chi and Dr. Kang had ensured safety in the area considering of the familiarity with the terrain and local agencies.

After an initial assessment with local villagers, the following needs were identified as critical:rice,  dry food for longer storage, rice seeds as the rainy season approaches, villagers need to begin planting and basic medicines. 

CADIS Thailand Director had a conversation with a businessman, operating for decades in Myanmar and active in the social field, in order to organize further charity missions. It was discussed the possibility of sending relief supplies directly to earthquake-affected regions (Mandalay, Sagaing, Naypyidaw, Southern Shan, Bago). Furthermore, it was proposed to activate medical mobile clinic teams into affected areas.

The need is high and we ask for your support to organise aid for the earthquake survivors. Support the CADIS International Emergency Fund: 

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Cause: Myanmar earthquake
 

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