Helping A Single Mother Get To Work

Dina’s partner left her midway through her pregnancy. Suddenly, she was a single parent, with no way to support herself. She reached out to her sister Chovey for aid, and she immediately took her in, providing a safe space for the single mother to raise her daughter, Zana, and thereby becoming the sole financial provider for this small family. This has been the case for the past two years. Now...

Assisting A Young Family In Need

The Covid-19 pandemic has been difficult to weather for many of us, and so was the case for Srey Mao. In the midst of her first pregnancy, Srey Mao and her husband both lost their jobs in a very sudden and life-altering manner. The couple went from having a safety net for their blooming family to struggling to make ends meet.  The young couple turned to CYS for support during this crisis. With...

Building a New House for Srey Pit’s Grandmother

We at CYS believe it is extremely important to look at the bigger picture when considering factors that influence our students’ well-being. Many young Cambodians feel pressured into taking low-income jobs so that they can support their relatives. This causes not only stress and anxiety but also prevents them from receiving an education and pursuing their dreams. Our member, Srey Pit,...