Category: Technology

Hpa-an Township, Karen State

As part of the Digital Literacy and Building Minimum Viable Products (MVP) 2025 summer program organized by PEDU, a hands-on Hydroponics Farming Workshop was conducted at Taung Galay Monastery in Taung Galay village. The session was co-instructed by Saw Yair Min Sein, who played a key role in guiding participants through the practical assembly of hydroponic systems.

Focusing on sustainable agriculture, the workshop introduced young monastics to soil-less farming techniques. Saw Yair Min Sein, with his technical expertise, assisted learners in constructing PVC-based hydroponic racks and setting up automated solution circulation using electronic timers. Under his guidance, novice monks and nuns learned how to maintain proper nutrient flow and optimize growing conditions for plants.

The workshop emphasized practical skills; from measuring PVC pipes to programming irrigation cycles, enabling participants to replicate these systems in their communities. By the end of the session, each attendee had contributed to building a functional hydroponic setup, fostering teamwork and innovation.

This initiative reflects PEDU’s commitment to blending traditional education with modern sustainability practices, equipping young learners with skills for self-reliance. The Digital Literacy and MVP 2025 program continues to foster innovation at Taung Galay Monastery, bridging agriculture, technology, and community development. Future workshops will further explore agricultural technology—stay tuned for updates!

— Reported by Mahar Pyinnyar, Hpa-an Township

Hpa-an Township, Karen State

As part of the Digital Literacy and Building Minimum Viable Products (MVP) 2025 summer program organized by PEDU, a special workshop on Design Theory and Introduction to Canva was held at Taung Galay Monastery in Taung Galay village. The session was led by guest speaker Naw Ywa Phod Lei, a local expert from the village, who introduced young monastics to the fundamentals of graphic design and practical tools for digital creativity.

The workshop aimed to equip participants with essential skills in visual communication, an increasingly valuable asset in today’s digital world. Naw Ywa Phod Lei guided the attendees through the basics of design principles, such as layout, color theory, and typography, before transitioning into a hands-on Canva tutorial. The students, primarily novice monks and nuns, enthusiastically practiced creating social media graphics, posters, and simple logos under her instruction.

This session aligns with PEDU’s broader mission to bridge traditional monastic education with modern digital tools, empowering young learners with skills for both personal expression and potential income-generating opportunities. The interactive workshop encouraged creativity, with many participants showcasing their first-ever digital designs by the end of the day.

Workshop Highlights

The Digital Literacy and MVP 2025 program continues to foster innovation at Taung Galay Monastery, combining technology, entrepreneurship, and local expertise. Stay tuned for more updates on upcoming sessions!

— Reported by Mahar Pyinnyar, Hpa-an Township