Our mission is to improve the quality of life for people in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic by empowering them to live self-sufficiently in the rapidly-changing, modern world. Science is a critical component of an educational system capable of supporting a society that is lifting itself out of poverty. Lasting change will come from the Laotians themselves.  Therefore, we strive to strengthen a cooperative educational model by partnering with students, teachers, community leaders, government organizations and nonprofit groups. A culturally adapted model with local leaders will catalyze the most sustainable progress.