Meet Sivorn, Education Manager at SCCO At DARA Europe, we take pride in introducing you to the latest driving force behind the educational programs of our partner organization Stellar Child Care Organization (SCCO) in Cambodia. Sivorn stepped into the role of Education Manager at SCCO, a position supported by DARA Europe and created to meetContinue reading “Shaping minds and futures”
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Microcredits: Transforming families in Andong from financial struggles to success stories
In Andong, a community where many people live in poverty, SCCO has been offering microcredits since 2022, thanks to the support of DARA Europe. As part of the family support program, SCCO provides small, interest-free, microcredits. Join us as we delve into Mr. Noeun’s story to gain a deeper understanding of how microcredits are reshapingContinue reading ” Microcredits: Transforming families in Andong from financial struggles to success stories”
Growing Stronger together through Self-Help Groups and parent meetings
In Andong, where challenges for children, young adults, and families can sometimes seem overwhelming, Poutheary works as a social worker at SCCO. She plays a crucial role in organizing self-help groups for young people and meetings for adults in the community. In this blog, Poutheary shares how SCCO is making a difference with their familyContinue reading “Growing Stronger together through Self-Help Groups and parent meetings”
The importance and impact of reading; a source of hope and self-confidence
At DARA Europe, we believe in the power of reading. Judith works as a pedagogical coach in childcare and is a volunteer in the team of DARA Europe. In an interview, she shares the importance of reading and how the library and weekend classes provide a source of hope and self-confidence for children in theContinue reading “The importance and impact of reading; a source of hope and self-confidence”
A head start: How early childhood education makes a difference in Andong
Early childhood education is not a given in Cambodia. DARA Europe supports the education programs of the NGO Stellar Child Care Organization (SCCO) in Cambodia. The founder of DARA Europe, Tirza Voss, explains how early childhood education can make a difference in Cambodia. In Cambodia, children typically start public primary school at the age ofContinue reading “A head start: How early childhood education makes a difference in Andong”
Success story: Srey Roth
DARA Europe is committed to creating effective ways to enable children in Cambodia to thrive. We are proud of our long-term support for vulnerable families in poverty-stricken neighborhoods. The story of Srey Roth is an excellent example of the true change that we can achieve. Srey Roth studied pharmacy at the international university of PhnomContinue reading “Success story: Srey Roth”
Made to measure care for children in Cambodia
DARA Europe supports families in Andong, one of Phnom Penh’s deprived suburbs. In partnership with a local NGO, we help children and young adults build better lives. In 2023, Punlue, Chornai, Saran and their niece Sokchea went on a holiday for the first time in their lives. An international sponsor treated them to a beachContinue reading “Made to measure care for children in Cambodia”
Local and international collaboration to build a better future for children in Andong
DARA Europe is a longtime supporter of programmes and projects in Cambodia. Mai is leading the local team that is dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty in Andong, near the capital of Phnom Penh. Collaboration and connection are central to his work. “Mai is a key player in our support for the Andong community”,Continue reading “Local and international collaboration to build a better future for children in Andong”
Long-term support to break the cycle of poverty in Cambodia
For more than ten years, Sreng has been committed to improving the living conditions in Andong, Cambodia. In partnership with DARA Europe, he is on a mission to create a better future for children and families in the poverty-stricken area. “We can always count on Sreng, and his commitment to continuous improvement. He is constantlyContinue reading “Long-term support to break the cycle of poverty in Cambodia”
Sports and school as a basis for a bright future for Aone
DARA Europe is committed to giving children in Cambodia a bright future. We support programmes and initiatives to transform the lives of children in Andong, near Phnom Penh. Meet Aone, who is now growing up in a safe place. Twelve-year-old Aone is mad about soccer. Seemingly tirelessly, he plays football with his school friends, orContinue reading “Sports and school as a basis for a bright future for Aone”