Welcome to Kawthoolei Unicode

Introduction

The development of Kawthoolei Unicode has been initiated by the Karen Education and Culture Department (KECD) and Karen Economic Committee Secretariat (KECS) of Karen National Union (KNU). Our mission is to transform all the existing fonts and keyboards to Unicode standards, ensuring the development and the digital utilization of the Karen language in line with modern technology.

Appreciation

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all those who have contributed to the development of the Unicode Karen fonts and keyboards.

Advantages and Uses

For Citizens

  • Accessibility: Enables Karen language speakers to easily access and use technology in their native language.
  • Communication: Facilitates better communication within the Karen community and with external entities.
  • Education: Enhances learning resources available in the Karen language, making education more inclusive.

For Government Offices

  • Standardization: Ensures consistent use of the Karen language across all official documents and communication.
  • Efficiency: Improves efficiency in document processing and communication within government offices.
  • Integration: Integrates seamlessly with existing systems and software, supporting the use of Karen language in administrative tasks.

Project Goals

We aim to cover all existing fonts and keyboards, transforming them to Unicode standards. This is a crucial step in developing the Karen language for future technological advancements and artificial intelligence applications.

Future Development

  • Expansion: While our current focus is on the S'gaw Karen language, we plan to extend our efforts to other Karen languages in the future.
  • Innovation: We are committed to continuous innovation and welcome suggestions and feedback for future development versions.
  • Collaboration: We invite developers, technicians, and supporters to collaborate with us in this endeavor.

Feedback and Suggestions

We value your input and feedback to improve our project. If you have any suggestions or would like to support or collaborate with us, please do not hesitate to contact us.


Get Involved

Join us in our mission to preserve and develop the Karen language for future generations. Your support and collaboration are crucial to our success.