Laos
A CRS staffer with a young project beneficiary in Lao PDR. CRS gave her a wheelchair and crutches so she can go to school and move around her community. Photo by CRS staff
Lao People's Democratic Republic (PDR) is a small, landlocked country of almost seven million people. The country is one of the poorest in Southeast Asia, without adequate education, health services and infrastructure to support the development of its people. Catholic Relief Services works with the government to make sure that children with disabilities have support and access to basic education.
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Stats
| Population: | 6,834,942 (July 2009 est.) |
| Size: | 91,430 sq mi; slightly larger than Utah |
| People Served: | 9,840 |
History
CRS Vietnam began outreach education programming in Lao PDR in 1994 in Bokeo and Vientiane Provinces, implemented by the Ministry of Education and district education departments. In 2003, CRS, supported by the Ministry of Education, began the project "Strengthening Community and School Support for Children with Disabilities" in Lao PDR.
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