Vision
We dream of a world where no child knows the sound of gunfire or the fear of being taken away.
A world where every child is free to laugh, learn, and grow into the person they were meant to be.
At A Lin Eain (LightHouse), we work toward a future where children can reclaim their innocence, heal from their trauma, and go on to live lives filled with purpose and joy.
Mission
We are dedicated to creating a nurturing and supportive environment where children affected by armed conflict can begin to heal.
Our mission is to provide:
• Emotional and psychological support to help children process their trauma and find a path to healing.
• Education and vocational training to restore opportunities they lost and help them build a future.
• A safe, peaceful home where they can feel secure and cared for.
• Comprehensive healthcare to rebuild their physical and mental well-being.
Through love, care, and the right resources, we aim to empower these children to overcome their past and step into a future full of possibility.
Our project
A Lin Eain (Light House) Center was established in Mae Sot, a Thai-Myanmar border town that has become a refuge for those escaping the Myanmar conflict.
The goal is to house a dozen ex child soldiers, providing them with a safe shelter while giving them a positive growth environment.
Child Soldiers
Who are they?
The thematic of child soldiers
According to the Paris Principles, “a child associated with an armed force or armed group” refers to any person below 18 years of age who is or who has been recruited or used by an armed force or armed group in any capacity, including but not limited to children, boys and girls, used as fighters, cooks, porters, spies or for sexual purposes. It does not only refer to a child who is taking or has taken a direct part in hostilities.
Why is this important?
In Myanmar, decades of conflict have stolen the innocence of countless children. Many, some as young as ten years old, have been forcibly recruited as child soldiers by both state and non-state armed groups. These children are thrown into a world of unimaginable violence, forced to fight, carry supplies, or perform other tasks that rob them of their childhood. Beyond the physical scars, they endure deep psychological wounds, losing their sense of safety, family, and hope.
Since 2021, the situation has only grown worse. Reports show that the Myanmar military has recruited nearly 2,000 children into its violent campaign, using them as porters, soldiers, or laborers. At the same time, some youth under 18, desperate to resist oppression, have joined the People’s Defense Forces (PDF). Additionally, over 800 children have been abducted, tortured, or killed, and nearly 1,000 have died in airstrikes. Many have also suffered sexual violence and other atrocities, leaving deep scars on children and their communities.
Contact
Ei Ei Nwe
+66943079617