The Karen are a nation with a estimated population of more than 7 million.
We have our own history, languages, and culture.
By nature the Karens are peace living people, who uphold high moral qualities of honesty, community, and loyalty.
Many brave Karen have given their lives in our struggle for freeedom. Find out more about them here.
The Karen have a rich culture spanning thousands of years.
The Burmese dictatorship is systematically trying to destroy Karen culture.
The Karen National Union (KNU) is a democratic organisation respresenting the Karen people of Burma. Our goal is peace and prosperity in a democratic federal Burma.
