The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is deeply committed to relieving the suffering of God’s children around the world, without regard to race, religious affiliation, or nationality.
In many countries in Asia, the Church conducts this work through its humanitarian arm, Latter-day Saint Charities (LDSC).
In Asia – where over half of the world’s population resides – poverty, suffering, and inequality still affect the lives of hundreds of millions.
Our Approach
To help the most people in need, Latter-day Saint Charities partners with local government and community leaders to understand the biggest needs facing people in the community.
LDSC evaluates how to best address these needs, coordinating with government leaders, Church resources, non-profit organizations, and contractors to provide help in a manner that promotes:
- Personal responsibility
- Community support
- Self-reliance
- Sustainability
How We Help
- Emergency Response – Provide urgent aid to help those affected by natural and manmade disasters.
- COVID-19 Relief – Helping by providing vaccinations (handled by Church Headquarters) and critical medical supplies and equipment. Primary focus during the current global pandemic.
- Food Security – Focus on addressing both acute and chronic hunger.
- Health – Focus on mother and newborn care, providing healthcare equipment and training, and promoting hygiene.
- Clean Water – Focus on installing water systems, building latrines for schools, and constructing wash stations.
- Education – Focus on classrooms, equipment, and literary support.
- Disability – Focus on providing wheelchairs, walking aides, and vision care.
Where We Help
Focus Regions
The Church believes it can have the greatest impact by focusing the help it provides on a few targeted geographies:
- Cambodia
- East Malaysia
- India
- Indonesia
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
- Vietnam
The Church also provides limited support in Bangladesh, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, and Timor Leste.
Related Articles
Efforts in Asia
- The Cambodia Health Improvement Effort (CHIE), Cambodia Newsroom
Global Efforts
- “Bishop Caussé Thanks UNICEF and Church Members for COVID-19 Relief”, Church Newsroom
- “October 2021 Edition of the World Report”, Church Newsroom
- “Latter-day Saint Charities Boosts Global Efforts in 2020”, Church Newsroom
How You Can Help
To accomplish its work, LDSC relies on talented, energetic humanitarian missionaries who can manage these large projects and ensure the intended results are accomplished. If you believe your background might be a good fit or if you would like to learn more, we encourage you to contact us.
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