Category Archives: Stories

Education is a key pillar in the projects in Cambodia that DARA Europe supports. For children to thrive at school, they need to grow up in a safe place. Therefore, we support local initiatives to enable families to cater for their basic needs. Social worker Sokun shares her story. Since 2020, social worker Sokun isContinue reading “A safe home as a basis for a bright future”

As a successful hair & make-up artist Srey Neat is an inspiring role model for teenagers in Andong. In the past ten years, DARA Europe has been committed to supporting Srey Neat and her family to build a bright future. With a dazzling catwalk show, Srey Neat completed the prestigious Kate Korpi Salon’s hair stylingContinue reading “Srey Neat: a sparkling role model”

As part of our efforts to support children in Cambodia, DARA Europe aims to create jobs and other income generating activities for Andong inhabitants. Therefore, our local partner recruits teachers from the Phnom Penh region. A win-win situation: staff is well informed about local issues, and we enable community members to gain valuable work experience.Continue reading “Supporting young talent through education and work”

DARA Europe supports community empowerment activities in Cambodia, aimed at breaking the circle of poverty. With family-based care, we give children in need a positive lookout for the future. Andong is a poverty-stricken area, approximately twenty miles from the center of Phnom Penh. Many of the self-built houses don’t have a sound roof, and mostContinue reading “Working towards a bright future for children in Cambodia, starting with school”

DARA Europe is committed to a better future for children and families in Cambodia. Teacher Channy explains the importance of educational programmes for the future of underprivileged children. Since 2019, Channy has been part of the dedicated educational team of the Stellar Child Care Organisation (SCCO) in Andong. Thanks to DARA Europe’s financial support, eachContinue reading “Local teachers are making a difference for the future of children in Andong”