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Karenni State · Since March 2021

PROVIDING LIFE-SAVING HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE TO KARENNI COMMUNITIES

Delivering emergency food, shelter, and medical support to Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and disaster-affected communities in Karenni State and neighboring regions.

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280K+
People Displaced
15k+
Facing Food Shortages
60+
IDP Camps Served
8
Townships Reached
Who We Are

Born from Crisis,
Built on Solidarity

CTER was formed in March 2021 in response to the severe humanitarian needs triggered by the Myanmar military coup. We partner with local organizations and the Karenni diaspora to deliver emergency aid, conduct advocacy, and provide vital resources to those fleeing conflict and natural disasters.

Founded by Karenni community members and diaspora volunteers committed to their people.

Partners with local governance CBOs on the ground for last-mile delivery across all 8 townships.

Conducts advocacy and fundraising internationally to bring attention to the Karenni crisis.

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CTER
"We coordinate so that no displaced family is left without support."
— CTER Karenni · Mae Hong Son, Thailand
The Crisis at a Glance

Why Urgent Action
is Needed Now

Over 280,000 people have been forced from their homes in Karenni State due to ongoing conflict, airstrikes, and landmines. Simultaneous natural disasters have compounded the suffering.

72%
of displaced populations rank food security as their absolute highest priority
88%
urgently need Non-Food Items like tarpaulins and blankets for daily survival
84%
rely entirely on food aid, yet regular distribution is severely lacking
50%+
feel unsafe in current shelters due to airstrikes and ongoing conflict
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Our Work & Impact

What We Do
on the Ground

CTER responds to the most urgent needs of displaced communities across four core intervention areas.

Emergency Food Assistance

Distributing essential rations — rice, oil, salt, and split beans — to IDP camps and returnee villages facing severe food insecurity.

Shelter & NFIs

Providing life-saving tarpaulins, mosquito nets, and blankets to protect vulnerable families from harsh weather and vector-borne diseases.

Disaster Response

Rapidly mobilizing cash assistance, construction materials, and emergency supplies to victims of earthquakes and summer storms.

Advocacy & Assessment

Conducting on-the-ground humanitarian needs assessments to raise global awareness and guide international donor interventions.

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Recent Highlights

Latest Reports
& Briefers

CTER publishes monthly humanitarian briefers and activity reports to maintain transparency and accountability.

November 2024

Humanitarian Needs Assessment

A comprehensive field study across 60 IDP camps in 8 townships highlighting critical gaps in food, WASH, and protection.

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June 2025

Earthquake Emergency Response

Activity report detailing the distribution of aid to 3,908 individuals across 28 earthquake-affected sites in Southern Shan State.

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May 2026

Bio-Sand Water Filtration System

CTER installs a clean water filtration system at Daw Nye Khu IDP camp, serving 442 displaced individuals and 248 students.

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