Sustainable Laos Education
Initiatives Inc. (SLEI) is a non-profit organization which runs the Sai Nyai
Eco-School, a community education project located in Kengkia village, in rural
Bachiengchaleurnsouk District, Champasak Province, Lao PDR. Since 2008, SLEI
has conducted educational programs for adults, children and youth focusing on
helping economically disadvantaged rural communities meet their vital needs in
ecologically and socially sustainable ways. The majority of activities are held
at the school or in nearby villages. Workshops and programs typically combine
sustainable agriculture, green business, community leadership, environmental
and social studies, organizational governance, land law, health, and
appropriate technology into a unique curriculum. The workshops, trainings and attendants
vary depending on the trainers we partner with.