Cambodia
ChildFund has been working in Cambodia since 2007, implementing community-projects in partnership with the government. Cambodia is recovering from three decades of conflict, in which an estimated 1.7 million people were killed or died from forced hardships under the Khmer Rouge.
Despite its growing economy, living standards for much of the population remains low, and income inequality is increasing.
In Cambodia, poverty is concentrated among families living in rural areas and vulnerable children face a range of issues threaten their wellbeing and development. This includes the impact of climate change and environmental challenges which trap communities in a cycle of chronic poverty.
Our priorities are
Supporting parents with positive parenting, strengthening community protection systems and promoting children's online safety to protect vulnerable children from abuse, exploitation and neglect.
Improving access to quality, inclusive education in rural Cambodia by training teachers, providing books, bicycles and learning technology and helping youth develop life skills.