In spite of Thailand’s “Good Health for All” policy, many program initiatives are unavailable to nearly 13,000 children and expectant mothers living in this remote mountainous region. Many are suffering from malnourishment and other interrelated illnesses due to poverty, poor sanitation, an inadequate food supply, and an inability to access transportation.

In order to reduce poverty levels and malnourishment in children, PEARL S. BUCK INTERNATIONAL’s livelihood initiative is helping school-aged children produce food and raise livestock. Farming equipment and capital funding is provided for families and communities to purchase fish, chickens, and vegetable plants. Through this program, more than 300 students along with their families and teachers will be able to earn a living while providing healthy sustenance to their communities.