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About BMWEC

Vision

“To release and realize the lifetime educational and career potential of each child we support”
The BMWEC aspires to be a legitimate community-based organisation. Our strengths are our legitimacy, our contribution to the improvement of education, our ability to communicate and collaborate with other organisations and the development of a mutual understanding between all interested and affected parties. Our education vision for Migrant Education is that it will become a recognized, legalized and quality educational system able to welcome and provide education to all migrant children living in our target area of intervention.

Mission

BMWEC’s mission is to promote coordinated work among member schools, parent teacher associations and all stakeholders to build a quality migrant education system that will provide a safe learning environment and be recognized by local and international organisations.
Core values
1
Diversity, Collaboration, Inclusion
2
Recognition, Transparency, Quality
3
Accountability, Education, Future Opportunity, Friendship

Goal

To provide educational quality, access, and opportunity to Myanmar migrants
Our focus is to ensure that as many migrant children and young people as possible have access to quality, accredited education which enriches their lives now and opens opportunities for them either back in Myanmar, in Thailand or further afield. Currently, we oversee education for approximately 5000 children in 31 learning centres. Our migrant children are likely to play a crucial role in building and becoming leaders of civil society and democratic communities in Myanmar.

Strategic Goals and Activities

Goal 1: To take part in the educational development by improving the standards, levels and conditions in the schools

Key Activities:
  • Undertake teacher trainings (teaching methods & management), and trainings for parents
  • Insure safe environment
  • Engage in curriculum development, provide teaching aids &stationary
  • Develop library system
  • Insure safe environment

Goal 2: To reinforce the legitimacy of the BMWEC and migrant education in order to be recognized by state governments

Key Activities:
  • Cooperate with Myanmar & Thai MoEs, Myanmar & Thai authorities, international organisations and other education organisations through meetings, and advocacy
  • Participate in Myanmar government board examinations; organize GED program to continue higher education
  • Promote access to Myanmar and Thai Technical Colleges

Goal 3: To support sustainable programs for member learning centers

Key Activities:
  • Secure school running costs, income generation
  • Develop relationships with local communities

Leadership

As a community-based organisation, our leadership is drawn from the local migrant population. This is one of our key strengths and reflects our belief in the right of people to make their own decisions about the issues that affect their lives.
The role WE play

BMWEC is an organization focused on improving education, particularly in underserved areas, by providing support to schools, teachers, and students. Its efforts include enhancing teacher training, upgrading school infrastructure, and ensuring access to essential learning materials. The organization works to create safe and inclusive learning environments while complying with Thai government regulations. Additionally, BMWEC promotes community engagement through the organization of Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs), fostering communication and collaboration between teachers, parents, and supporters to strengthen the educational experience and promote shared responsibility.

Providing Educational Support: Facilitating learning opportunities, especially for underserved or migrant communities, to ensure access to quality education for all.

Enhancing Teacher Training: Equipping teachers with advanced skills, innovative teaching methodologies, and professional development opportunities to improve educational outcomes.

Improving the Quality of Schools: Focusing on overall school improvement, including better infrastructure, enhanced learning environments, and effective school management practices, to create a positive impact on students’ learning experiences.

Supporting School Infrastructure: Assisting with the construction, renovation, and maintenance of school buildings to ensure safe, inclusive, and well-equipped learning spaces.

Providing Stationery and Resources: Supplying essential learning materials, such as books, stationery, and teaching aids, to support both students and teachers.

Coordinating Efforts: Facilitating collaboration among stakeholders—teachers, community members, and partner organizations—while ensuring compliance with Thai government regulations to align initiatives with local policies and legal requirements.

Community Empowerment: Contributing to the long-term development of communities by organizing Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) to support schools, strengthen communication between teachers and parents, and foster a sense of shared responsibility among all stakeholders involved in the success of schools.

 

This has three important implications:

  • We rely on the help and support of people like you (individuals and organisations).
  • The help and support that you give us goes straight into schools and communities.