Self-Reliance
in Refugee Camps
From emergency relief to regenerative agency: Strengthening life on the Thai-Myanmar border.
The Need: Generations in Limbo
Over 30 years of displacement has created a unique "closed camp" environment. With global funding shifting, the 90,000 residents face a critical need to transition from dependency to autonomous resource management.
Residents
Karen and Karenni ethnic groups living across 9 restricted border camps.
Years
Multiple generations have been born and raised within the camp system.
Legal Status
Restricted movement and no legal right to Thai citizenship or formal employment.
The Framework: PDC Ethics
The Permaculture Design Certificate (PDC) provides a 72-hour curriculum adapted for camp constraints. It integrates the Alternatives to Violence Project (AVP) for social cohesion.
Curriculum Emphasis
Radar chart showing the holistic weight of training modules adapted for refugees.
24-Month Roadmap
Project Launch
Camp selection, local host recruitment, and curriculum adaptation.
PDC Core Rollout
Delivering 4 intensive 72-hour courses across two primary camps.
Teacher Training
Upskilling 15-20 top graduates to become permanent local facilitators.
The Stewardship Funnel
Building a sustainable chain of knowledge from awareness to mastery.
Budget Efficiency
Total Investment: AU$80,000 (24 Months)