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Month: October 2022

Seyla’s Shrimp Farm

Julian October 30, 2022 0 Comments
Thomlang – Cambodian Youth Support aims to provide young Cambodians with the resources and tools needed to follow their unique goals. Last year, we were able to support Seyla, an aspiring farmer, with the funds to build his own frog farm. His long-term goal is to continuously grow his farm and sell various kinds of seafood as well as vegetables and fruit. In the past year, Seyla has been able...

Covering Srey Oun’s Student Loan

Julian October 09, 2022 0 Comments
Many young Cambodians have the potential to pursue an academic path but lack a familial support system that can support them by covering tuition and other additional fees. Coming from a poor family in rural Kampot, Srey Oun was well aware that she couldn’t approach her parents or older siblings for financial support. Nonetheless, she was determined to not only be the first member of her family...

Pchum Ben 2022

Julian October 02, 2022 0 Comments
At the end of September, Cambodian people celebrate the festival of Pchum Ben. Besides Khmer New Year in April, Pchum Ben is the most important holiday in the Cambodian religious calendar. The ceremony lasts a total of 15 days, the last three of which are national holidays. The festival is a time to honor one’s ancestors. Families gather at pagodas and offer food and prayers to their...