We would like to express thanks to all of who have supported oppressed ethnic groups and pro-democracy activists in Burma. It is difficult to convey the impacts that have been made here on people trying to survive in the face of what appears to be hopeless odds.
We continue initiatives in Kenya and Mexico, but because of dire need, we remain committed to a “Burma First” stance.
Humanitarian aid for Eastern Burma is being reduced by major donors from the United States and Europe…a fact that is crippling to ethnic villagers under attack, in the face of repression by the Burmese army.
It would seem that the profit-minded forces of globalization remain firmly focused on controlling ethnic lands, which are rich in natural resources. Primitive tribal cultures of over 2000 years stand courageously in the way of this “modern progress.” They are ever in hope of a champion to their cause, which is one of freedom and has continued since the end of World War II.
During WWII, many Burmese ethnic groups served as faithful allies to American and British forces.
WIN remains a modest all-volunteer effort from the United States and Great Britain. The hope it is that humanitarian efforts at grassroots levels can make impacts for these people in their fight for survival.
Right now, helping their morale is a top priority after decades of brutalization with no end in sight. We remain committed to supporting orphans, landmine victims, human rights reporting, youth leader development and economic capacity building in Eastern Burma, where ethnics’ needs are greatest.
We are glad to make referrals to other international and ethnic humanitarian and community-based organizations in the region, which are making real impacts. Every resource counts and we have an understanding of others’ initiatives.
WIN’s vision remains to help oppressed peoples around the world who are without a champion. We do this by networking willing hands, hearts, talents and resources in a “community of common purpose.”
“Where there is no vision, the people perish.”
Sincerely yours, Tim
Tim Heinemann
Founder
Worldwide Impact Now (WIN)
