Karen New Year Celebration 2020, Melbourne, Australia. Source: SBS Karen
Local authorities and Karen people from other states also attended the two days event, from the 3rd to 4th of January, that included cultural performances and entertainments.
Karen New Year celebration in Werribee, 4/1/2020. Source: SBS Karen
During the celebration the event organisers also raised funds for those who have been affected by bushfires.
Pay respect to elders. Source: SBS Karen
Karen New Year officially falls on the 1st day of the month of Pyathoe, S’gaw Karens call it “Th’lay” and “Htike Kauk Po” for Pwo Karens.
Karen Don Dance. Source: Htoo Saw
It is usually fall on December or January in western calendar.
Karen cultural Dance. Source: Htoo Saw
The event was organised by Victoria Karen Communities Network Group and hosted by Australian Karen Organisation Victoria.
Karen cultural Dance. Source: Htoo Saw
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Karen New Year 2020, Melbourne, Australia. Source: SBS Karen
