THE PROJECT

Last Sunday, something special happened in Kanglaung. More than 32 children from Lahu community came together to celebrate World Environment Day: planting a coffee tree and imagine the future they want to help create. Children from the Kanglaung Lahu community proudly showing the drawings and messages they created before planting their coffee trees as part of the World Environment Day celebration. Local Action, Global Impact As part of our contribution to World Environment D

Welcoming the students group from Stenden Thailand was far more than a formal visit; it was a powerful testament to the unity, pride, and dedication of our village. This success did not happen by chance—it was built on a foundation of shared vision and careful preparation. We grow together, because the heart of Cafe Lahu is the heart of every person in this community. Beyond Hospitality: A Shared Responsibility As the lead coordinator of the Cafe Lahu project, I believe that

Cafe Lahu and NHL Stenden University

Cafe Lahu and the Master's Degree in Cooperation, Development and Social Economy at UIC

Fruit Tree Progress and Organic Home-Care Training

68 donors and the “Coffee Flowers” initiative raised €2,434, funding 240 fruit trees to restore degraded land. In just a few weeks, 68 generous donors from around the world joined our “Coffee Flowers” initiative, raising €2,434—equivalent to more than 90,000 baht. With these funds, we purchased 240 fruit tree seedlings to be planted in areas previously degraded by monoculture corn. These trees will not only restore the soil but also provide a long-term source of food and inco

An intimate portrait of Mei as a leader and mother, reflecting on recent floods and her ongoing mission. The rainy season brought heavy floods to Kanglaung, yet Mei’s spirit remains unshaken. Sitting in her bamboo house, she speaks softly but firmly about the challenges the village faces—climate change, soil degradation, and migration of the youth—and about her determination to change the narrative. Today, Mei balances leadership and motherhood with grace. Her smile and energ