Children's Cultural Centre

who we are

The Children's Cultural Centre caters to children between the ages of 6 and 18 by providing non-formal instruction in a variety of arts and cultural subjects not taught in the regular school system.  The Children's Cultural Centre (CCC) of Luang Prabang opened its doors in January of 1998 and is one of 17 CCC's located provincially throughout Laos.   Activities provided include traditional dance, music, singing, drawing and painting, Lao culture, storytelling, puppetry, reading, games, and handicrafts.   Children's Cultural Centre's throughout Laos are one of few opportunities for children to engage in social activities beyond school or family life and help to deter them from the ever increasing influences of drugs and alcohol.

what we do

Children attend the CCC after school, weekends and during summer break holidays.  Over 250 children are registered annually, supported by a team of skilled teachers, volunteers and leaders.    It is free for children to attend the Children's Cultural Centre and through participation in the variety of arts and cultural activities taught, children develop life skills that encourage healthy lifestyles, good stewardship, and cultural retention.

The Luang Prabang CCC performs regularly in rural villages throughout the province, where, through puppetry, dance and drama, the children are able to convey important messages about the Rights of Children, Drug and Alcohol Abuse, Health Education and the Importance of Vaccinations.   This awareness work is undertaken in partnership with the Department of Health, Luang Prabang Radio and UNICEF.