30+ Years Empowering

Hilltribe Communities

in Thailand

Our Mission

To empower vulnerable Hilltribe children, families, and communities in Thailand to develop holistic well-being for a sustainable future.

The Integrated Ministries for Ethnic Minorities Foundation (IMEMF)

has been supporting hilltribe people in Thailand since 1991 (Thai year 2534) and was officially registered as a Thai foundation in 2002 (2545). We are based in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Strengthening children by strengthening families.

Through an 18-month coaching journey, we walk with parents as they build safe, loving homes for their children.

Practical health and hygiene education
Stronger financial literacy
School retention support
30 children across 16 families currently participating

Intervention and care for children in crisis.We provide a safe and nurturing environment for children and youth who face critical challenges — guiding them toward healing and independence.

Family intervention to protect children in families
Licensed Social Welfare Home
Life skills and vocational support for young adults
Serving vulnerable children since 1991

Our preschool helps Hilltribe children develop the confidence and language skills needed to enter Thai public schools.

Located in Sannameang (Anubaan 1–3)
Daily lunch provided
Students learn to speak, read, and write in Thai
Parent workshops to strengthen family engagement
Since 2001, 495 preschool graduates have successfully transitioned to Grade 1

Your Partnership Matters

When you partner with Hope for Hilltribes, you directly support proven local programs that empower vulnerable individuals, strengthen families, and break the cycle of poverty and exploitation.