Not for sale

 It was a great privilege to be introduced to Kru Nam, the inspiration founder of a shelter in Chiang Saen, giving a safe home and strong foundation to 60 young people who have been saved from a life on the streets, domestic abuse or sex trafficking and she works under the banner that these young people are not for sale. For 25 years Kru Nam has supported and given a voice to the exploited street children and the refugees from Myanmar and made sure that they are given the future that they deserve. She also runs a drop in centre in Chiang Sai, the Northern most town in Thailand, but the border to Myanmar remains closed, so people cross the river or come through the jungle to escape. 

I spent the afternoon supporting them with their social media, teaching some phone camera ticks to ensure they can publicise their jewellery collections in the best light. I also look some portrait shots and shots of the centre. Then we headed to the shelter, where the energy and strength of the children was overwhelming. It was great to see Kru Nam in action, guiding games with the young people, encouraging them to be challenged, work together and to be competitive. What an incredible experience!