Xiangkhouang province, famous for its enigmatic giant stone megaliths known as the Plain of Jars, conceals another precious treasure, its cultural diversity. With eight sub-ethnic groups, this diversity translates into a variety of languages and dialects. Indeed, nearly half of the population is either Hmong or Khmu speaking.

Lao PDR has made great progress in increasing access to education over the past decade. However, in many remote and disadvantaged communities, a lack of teaching and learning resources and high rates of dropout are undermining education outcomes, particularly literacy

In the first two weeks of May, the Assessment of Student Learning Outcomes (ASLO) tested 17,535 Grade 3 students on their Lao language skills and basic mathematic ability

Grade 1 classes in Kengkham, Oudomsouk, Kadap, Nahouanam and Nalouang schools were among 25 primary schools selected nationwide to trial new textbooks and teacher guides during the 2016-17 school year as part of the revision of the national primary curriculum. The new curriculum promotes an active learning approach to primary school teaching

The Australian Embassy, European Union and senior officials from the Ministry of Education and Sports and Ministry of Planning and Investment travelled to

The United Nations General Assembly officially designated November 19th as World Toilet Day in 2013 with the aim to highlight the importance of proper sanitation globally

Global Handwashing Day was first organized on 15^th October 2008. The aim is to promote handwashing with soap to prevent disease and save life

Global Handwashing Day was first organized on 15th October 2008. The aim is to promote handwashing with soap to prevent disease and save life

How could you stay healthy and fit for learning when there is no clean water in your college and dormitory? Healthy body, healthy mind!