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The ceremony - [Ants, Culture Shock, and Grace: My Year in Ranong](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/2026/06/11/ants-culture-shock-and-grace-my-year-in-ranong/) - I remember the moment that first set me on the path to coming to Ranong. I had just finished my third year of university- this being Scotland, undergraduate courses last four years- and had returned home for the summer. I was sitting in my room, watching one of my favourite Catholic YouTubers, when he suddenly - [Children’s Day at MAF](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/2026/01/27/childrens-day-at-maf/) - Children’s Day was celebrated at MAF on Friday, 9 January. The programme balanced responsibility, education, and fun—reflecting the spirit of Children’s Day as a time to recognise the value, dignity, and potential of every child. The morning began with a community cleaning activity from 9:10 to 10:10 am. Students took part according to their age: - [MAF Christmas Party](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/2026/01/12/maf-christmas-party/) - On 22 of Decemberm, MAF celebrated Christmas. Our compound was decorated well, with staff and students chipping into create a welcoming and festive setting. The program included a range of activities that invited participation and kept the day lively. Food was prepared and shared together, including a communal Monhinkhar meal, which became a natural point - [Farewell to Fr. Hermes](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/2026/01/12/farewell-to-fr-hermes/) - After eight years of ministry in Ranong, on 19th December we farewelled Fr. Hermes and thanked him for his service with the Marists and the wider community. During his time here, he worked in several key roles: as Manager of the Health Program, Manager of the Australian Catholic University program, and later as the founder - [World Aids Day](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/2025/12/17/world-aids-day/) - On 28 November 2025, the Marist Asia Foundation Health Team marked World AIDS Day 2025 with a community health program held from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Marist Asia Foundation School. Guided by the global theme, Overcoming Disruption, Transforming the AIDS Response, the event brought together students, educators, healthcare professionals, NGOs, and people - [Year 4 BMSP Students Perform Thai Dance](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/2025/12/12/year-4-bmsp-students-perform-thai-dance/) - Five students from Year 4 BMSP performed a Thai dance to welcome the new Director of the Department of Learning Encouragement in Ranong Province. The girls received a gift in appreciation of their contribution. Well done to them for their hard work and a well-prepared performance. - [Marist Mission Workshop Visit to the Feast of St. Gaspar](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/2025/11/26/marist-mission-workshop-visit-to-the-feast-of-st-gaspar/) - As part of the 2025 Marist Mission Workshop, participants travelled to Lam Liang in Kraburi District, Ranong Province, to take part in the local celebration of the Feast of St. Gaspar Bertoni on November the 19th. The gathering brought together parishioners, workshop participants, and friends from across the diocese for a day of prayer, hospitality, - [Marist Mission Workshop on Interreligious and Intercultural Dialogue Underway in Bangkok](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/2025/11/07/marist-mission-workshop-on-interreligious-and-intercultural-dialogue-underway-in-bangkok/) - The Marist Mission Workshop (MMW) is currently taking place in Bangkok, with participants from across the Marist Family and the RNDM Sisters. Representatives have come from Bangladesh, Germany, Brazil, Mexico, Vietnam, China, the Philippines, India, Fiji, Hungary, and Australia. The aim of the MMW is to “enkindle Marists’ passion for interreligious and intercultural dialogue.” The - [Volunteer Reflection – Dr. Sharmaine Anne Alcantara](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/2025/08/27/volunteer-reflection-dr-sharmaine-anne-alcantara/) - “Someday, I’d like to go back…Someday, I’ll see you again.” These were the exact last words in my journal entry when I left Ranong eight years ago. And sometimes, I wonder why I have that deep longing to return, and I just realized maybe because the experience in Ranong just gave me so much. So - [Manuele Botaboa finishes his Summer Pastoral Immersion at Marist Asia Foundation](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/2025/09/11/manuele-botaboa-finishes-his-summer-pastoral-immersion-at-marist-asia-foundation/) - In July 2025, seminarian Manuele Botabua, SM began his Summer Pastoral Immersion in Ranong, Thailand Manu spent several days in Bangkok, visiting key sites such as the Grand Palace, local markets, and temples, gaining an introduction to the country’s history and culture. From there, he travelled to Ranong, where he joined the Marist community. His - [Mother's Day 2025](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/2025/08/17/mothers-day-2025/) - Last Friday, our Mother's Day celebration at Marist Asia Foundation was a joyful blend of culture, gratitude and community spirit. We extended a wrm welcome fro Kroo Luk, one four our Thai teachers, followed by a heartfelt song in hourour of the Queen. Our year four students excelled with a graceful Thai dance, while our - [Celebrating Buddhist Lent at MAF](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/2025/08/27/celebrating-buddhist-lent-at-maf/) - Last week at MAF, we welcomed three monks from a temple in Ranong for our celebration of Buddhist Lent, or Khao Phansa. The atmosphere was sincere and meaningful, giving students an opportunity to learn while quietly reflecting on mindfulness and caring for others. The monks began the day by leading everyone in prayer. Their presence helped ## Pages - [Home](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/) - Education and Support for Migrant Communities in Thailand Creating hope for the future LEARN MORE About Us What we do Marist Asia Foundation serves migrant and refugee communities in Thailand. Education programs give migrant children access to quality schooling and learning pathways Health and HIV support ensures care, accompaniment, and reduced stigma for vulnerable patients - [Donate](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/donate/) - Thanks for your support of the Marist Mission in Ranong on the Thailand / Burma Border. Below are 2 safe and secure donation options. Bank Account. Click here for the NZ Bank Account Details form Online Donation. Click here for a secure online donation platform with Givealittle.co.nz Every gift to the Marist Mission Ranong makes a - [Migrant Support](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/marist-mission-ranong/migrant-support/) - The Migrant Outreach Programme provides a link to the community and opportunities for on-going education for migrant workers. In a border town with various nationalities there is a special need for a venue where everyone, regardless of race, religion, or occupation, feels welcomed. The Migrant Outreach Programme offers A Centre to welcome Burmese Migrants Education Programmes for Migrant Workers - [IRICD Programme](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/marist-mission-ranong/pastoral-care/) - The Marist Asia Foundation seeks to grow the seeds of religious and cultural respect which build harmony in society. The Inter-Religious Inter-Cultural Dialogue Programme (IRICD) team provides supportive experiences with students, migrant families, and local religious and community leaders. We believe that we can work together in our Buddhist, Islam and Christian communities to live - [Education](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/marist-mission-ranong/education/) - Marist Asia Foundation focusses attention on Myanmar Migrant children in Ranong. Education offers these children a brighter future. Three Education Programmes respond to the needs of Myanmar Migrants. Burmese Migrant Primary Education Programme (BMPP) - provides an opportunity for 120 Myanmar students aged 8-14 to receive a 3 year primary education Burmese Migrant Secondary Education - [Marist Asia Foundation](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/maf/) - Marist Asia Foundation was officially established as a legal foundation in Thailand on May 30, 2014. Its purpose is to assist the poor, migrant workers, and their dependents residing in Ranong Province with access to education, healthcare, and various migrant worker assistance programs. Prior to its establishment, the Marist Asia Foundation was originally known as - [Volunteers](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/volunteers/) - Marist Asia Foundation welcomes Volunteers who come for 6, 12, 24 months and visitors who stay for a short time to help in our programmes in many ways. Volunteer opportunities are open now for 2025 Due to immigration and legal documentation to be a volunteer in Thailand preference now is given to volunteers who can - [Marist Community](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/marist-mission-ranong/marist-community/) - Rooted in the gracious calling of Mary of Nazareth, the Marist Community in Ranong seeks to think, judge, feel, and act as she did—marked by mercy, compassion, welcome, simplicity, and availability. We aspire to be self-effacing apostles, hidden yet effective, as instruments of divine mercy in a gentle, humble, and relational manner. Our spirituality is - [Contact Us](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/contact/) - You can keep up to date with the activities of the Marist Asia Foundation at Facebook: www.facebook.com/maristasiafoundation You can make email contact with us at Marist Asia Foundation: maristmissionranong@gmail.com Postal Address: Marist Asia Foundation. P.O.Box 45. Ranong, 85000 Thailand. Physical Address: You can find us in Thailand - [Burmese learning centres](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/marist-mission-ranong/migrant-support/community-centre/burmese-learning-centres/) - MMR provides volunteer English teachers to several Burmese learning centres in Ranong. - [Archive Page](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/archive/) - [Blog Page](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/blog/) - [Child protection](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/marist-mission-ranong/child-protection/) - When Marists' arrived in Ranong, they realised that there were many migrant children who were not enrolled in any educational facility at all. These children, who were often very young, were either working in menial jobs such as garbage collection, or were simply at home or on the streets while their parents were at work, - [Mothers programme](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/marist-mission-ranong/migrant-support/community-centre/mothers-programme/) - Launched in tandem with the the Child Care Programme, the more informal Mothers' Programme provides support to Burmese mothers, in areas such as child care skills, women's health and practical skills (sewing, craft work etc). - [Friends](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/friends/) - Friends are a world-wide family of supporters behind Marist Asia Foundation and its assistance to Burmese Migrants. Become a Friend Friend us on Facebook and share our stories with your friends. Sign up to receive our newsletter and we'll keep you connected with the stories, programmes and opportunities to be involved. Become a Supporter Make - [Child care](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/marist-mission-ranong/migrant-support/community-centre/child-care/) - The Child Care programme offers daily care to up to 30 local pre-school aged children (aged 3-5 years), from Monday to Friday. This programme is designed to assist Burmese migrant families by providing safe, educational care for their children while parents work. All children are encouraged to participate in integrated learning activities through music, dance, - [Library](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/marist-mission-ranong/migrant-support/community-centre/library/) - The centre hosts a small library, which is open to the public Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 6.00pm. Visitors may read at the centre, or books are available to borrow. This programme is one of the great strengths of the centre, bringing a constant stream of visitors, conversation and new life! - [Skills training](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/marist-mission-ranong/migrant-support/community-centre/skills-training/) - The Marist Mission Ranong offers training in Thai, English, and computer skills to both adults and children. The computer classes are particularly popular, with, on average, over 60 students attending each month. Smaller numbers attend the language courses, which are divided into beginner and intermediate classes, as it can be difficult for migrant workers to - [Community Centre](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/marist-mission-ranong/migrant-support/community-centre/) - In a border town with various nationalities there is a special need for a "centre" where everyone, regardless of race, religion, or occupation, feels welcomed. The Chanel Community Centre offers hope for a greater sense of community, as well as opportunities for on-going education. Our staff are ready to offer a welcome to anyone who - [The Marist Mission in Ranong](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/marist-mission-ranong/) - Many people in Myanmar (Burma) experience oppression, daily poverty, and a lack work opportunities. Searching for a better future for themselves and their children many Myanmar people come to Thailand either as Refugees escaping conflict and living in refugee camps, or as Migrants seeking work. Marists serve 'the most neglected, the poor, and those who - [Health](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/marist-mission-ranong/hiv-aids/) - In Ranong there is a high rate of HIV AIDS due to poverty, trafficking, desperation and lack of education. Marist Asia Foundation responds to the needs of those who are sick with HIV AIDS and those who are caring for them. HIV AIDS Health Project provides assistance by: Patients home visitation Community Based HIV AIDS Patient - [Education story](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/marist-mission-ranong/education/education-story/) - I am teaching Burmese subjects in the Marist Education Programme of Marist Mission Ranong. In fact, I didn't have any interest in teaching back when I was still in Burma. However, when I reflected why I am teaching happily to the students, I come to know that I love my job deeply. Furthermore, there were - [Migrant support story](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/marist-mission-ranong/migrant-support/migrant-support-story/) - I have a dream to help my own people and my own community especially those who are poor. When I was a student, I didn't know how difficult life is. But when I started to work with MMR, I started to know different situations of Burmese migrants here in Ranong and how are they facing - [Health story](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/marist-mission-ranong/hiv-aids/health-story/) - She is a migrant worker... She is 14 years old ... At her age, she is supposed to be in the school... She works in a fish factory... Now she is an orphan... Her name is ............... This is just one of the stories of the children of those migrant people living with AIDS. 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Marist Mission Ranong needs your help. 200 friends and supporters giving 70 cents a day, $22 a - [Major giving](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/donate/major-giving/) - The Marist Team is in immediate need of land and a house in Ranong to support the long term development of the project and offer hospitality and welcome to the many volunteers, visitors, teachers, agencies that support our Migrants in need. Please feel encouraged to contact us for information about how your giving can make - [International money order details](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/donate/international-money-order-details/) - [gravityform id="6" name="Request international money order details"] - [Partner Parish](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/friends/partner-parish/) - A Partner Parish supports the work of Marist Mission in Ranong among Burmese Migrants on the Thailand Burma Border. Pray for Marist Missionaries and their work Learn about the needs of Burmese Migrants Support through compassionate giving Engage your parish in volunteer mission experiences A Partner Parish receives personal contact with the project and a monthly - [Partner School](https://www.maristasiafoundation.org/friends/partner-school/) - A Partner School grows a relationship between your school and the work of Marist Mission Ranong serving Burmese Migrants on the Thailand / Burma Border. 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