Hpa-an Township, Karen State – As part of the Digital Literacy and Minimum Viable Product (MVP) 2025 summer class organized by PEDU (Phlon Education Development Unit), a special hands-on workshop was held at Taung Galay Monastery in Taung Galay village. The session, led by guest speaker Daw Nan Khin Thet Mar Win, a local expert from the village, taught young novices and nuns how to make their own eco-friendly dish detergent.
The workshop aimed to combine practical life skills with the broader goals of the digital literacy program, which focuses on empowering students with both technological and entrepreneurial knowledge. Daw Nan Khin Thet Mar Win guided the participants through the step-by-step process of mixing natural ingredients to create an effective, low-cost detergent—a skill that can be useful for both personal use and potential small-scale business opportunities.
Most of the attendees were young monastics, who enthusiastically engaged in the activity, asking questions and taking notes. The session not only provided them with a new skill but also encouraged sustainability and self-reliance.
The Digital Literacy and MVP 2025 class, conducted by PEDU at Taung Galay Monastery, continues to offer innovative learning experiences, bridging traditional education with modern digital and entrepreneurial skills.
Below are some highlights from the workshop:
This initiative reflects the community’s commitment to holistic education, blending technology, sustainability, and local wisdom. Stay tuned for more updates on upcoming sessions in the program!
— Reporting by Mahar Pyinnyar, Hpa-an Township, the Karen State
