KHAI humanitarian team supporting displaced communities in Karenni

Karenni Humanitarian Aid Initiative

Building a self-reliant society out of fragility

KHAI delivers humanitarian assistance and sustainable development programs to local communities and internally displaced people in Karenni.

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KHAI staff working alongside members of a Karenni community

About KHAI

Standing with Karenni communities in fragile times

KHAI delivers humanitarian assistance and sustainable development programs to local communities and internally displaced people in Karenni.

Community-ledPrograms shaped with and by the communities we serve.
Compassionate careAssistance delivered with dignity and respect.
Sustainable focusBuilding long-term self-reliance, not dependency.

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What Drives Us

Working together for a stronger and more resilient Karenni State.

Our Vision

A strong, capable institution for Kayah (Karenni) State

To be an institution that effectively delivers humanitarian assistance and multi-sectoral development across all of Kayah (Karenni) State.

Our Aspiration

Our Mission

Building a resilient, sustainable society together

KHAI works with communities to meet basic needs and build a sustainable, resilient society through humanitarian assistance and community development, in partnership with anyone who shares this commitment.

Our Commitment

What Guides Us

Our Core
Values

These principles guide how KHAI works, makes decisions, builds relationships, and serves communities.

Diversity

We value and respect the diversity of ethnicities, cultures, perspectives, and experiences within our communities.

Independence

We act independently and make decisions based on the needs and priorities of the communities we serve.

Accountability

We take responsibility for our actions, commitments, and the resources entrusted to us.

Transparency

We promote openness and clear communication in our decisions, programs, and relationships.

Compassion

We respond to people with empathy, care, and respect, especially those facing hardship and vulnerability.

Human Dignity

We believe every person has inherent worth and deserves to live with dignity, safety, and respect.

How We Work

Our Approach

KHAI works alongside communities, partners, and stakeholders through practical, participatory, and collaborative approaches that support long-term resilience and sustainable development.

Awareness Raising, Education & Capacity Building

Strengthening knowledge, skills, and capacities so individuals and communities can better understand and respond to the challenges they face.

Community Action Research

Working alongside communities to understand needs, identify challenges, generate knowledge, and develop locally appropriate solutions.

Advocacy & Policy Engagement

Engaging relevant stakeholders to raise community concerns, promote inclusive policies, and support meaningful change.

Networking & Partnerships

Building strong relationships and networks that connect communities, organizations, and stakeholders around shared priorities.

Collaboration & Cooperation

Working with local and international organizations, institutions, and individuals who share our commitment to humanitarian action and development.

Community Participation & Sustainability

Placing communities at the center of our work and promoting participation, ownership, resilience, and long-term sustainability.

Our Objectives

What we're working to achieve

Every program KHAI runs is guided by a set of clear, community-informed objectives.

Basic Needs & Food Security
Ensure basic needs—including food security and essential living support—for the Karenni people.
Primary Healthcare Access
Enable the Karenni community to access essential primary healthcare services.
Education & Applied Learning
Provide children, women, and youth with basic, practical, and applied education.
Community Safety & Protection
Establish safe communities for host populations and internally displaced persons.
Organizational Capacity Building
Build team and institutional capacity to maximize our operational impact.

Our Programs

How we support Karenni communities

From emergency response to long-term development, our programs meet urgent needs while building resilience.

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Children studying inside a temporary classroom

Education

Education & Learning

Temporary learning centers and teacher support for children whose schooling has been disrupted by displacement.

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Livelihoods

Food Security

Emergency food distribution paired with agricultural support to help families rebuild sustainable livelihoods.

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Shelter

Shelter & Settlement

Safe, dignified shelter solutions and camp infrastructure improvements for internally displaced people.

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WASH

Water & Sanitation

Clean water access points and sanitation facilities to reduce disease risk in vulnerable communities.

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Protection

Protection Services

Community-based protection and psychosocial support for women, children, and other vulnerable groups.

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Health

Community Healthcare

Mobile clinics and health worker training that bring essential medical care to displaced communities across Karenni State.

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Our Impact

Change measured in communities, not just numbers

A snapshot of the reach and outcomes of KHAI's work across Karenni.

43,000+

People Reached

Individuals supported across health, education, and shelter programs.

3,200

Families Sheltered

Households provided with safe, dignified shelter solutions.

6,500

Children Educated

Students supported through temporary learning centers.

Active Programs

Ongoing initiatives serving communities across Karenni State.

Featured Projects

Projects making a lasting difference

A look at some of the initiatives we're currently running or have recently completed.

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Ongoing

Learning Centers Initiative

Establishing temporary learning centers equipped with basic supplies for displaced children in camp settings.

Education
Children

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Completed

Clean Water Wells Project

Drilling and rehabilitating community wells to provide sustainable access to clean drinking water.

WASH
Infrastructure

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Newly built shelters in a resettlement area

Completed

Shelter Rebuilding Program

Rebuilding durable shelters for families displaced by conflict, prioritizing the most vulnerable households.

Shelter
Recovery

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Our Leadership

The people guiding KHAI's mission

A dedicated team combining field experience with a commitment to community-driven aid — supported by a five-member Board of Directors providing strategic oversight.