A path forward for families in Yangon

In the crowded and muddy slums of Yangon, many families face the harsh realities of discrimination and poverty. Without identity documents, securing a job is nearly impossible for some, trapping them in a cycle of hardship.

However, the Urban Poverty Alleviation Project, delivered in partnership with the Myanmar Jesuit Region, is providing relief for over 530 people this year in three crucial ways: building shelter for vulnerable families, offering microcredit loans to help individuals start businesses, and empowering them to become self-sufficient.

Than: A Legacy of Noodles

"I am Than (65) selling Shan noodle salad from my home. I support my family, which includes my 71-year-old mother and my 26-year-old daughter, who has just started working in a factory. Our household expenses remain high, with significant costs for electricity, food and other essentials.”

"My noodle business is vital for my family’s support, and I am determined to continue this legacy. With this support I believe my family's living conditions will improve significantly within the next five months.”

A new house to raise a grandchild! 

"My name is Ohn I’m 68 years old and my wife is Tin & she is 55 years old. We have a beautiful grandchild. I recycle bottles & I sell to the plastic shop. Living with a disease, means I can only work 3 days a week. Our old house was very damaged and became dangerous to live in. This program has helped built a more stable space for us to live in. thank you!”