Chamnan’s Psychology Major

Having gone through a lot of loss and trauma himself, Chamnan developed an early interest in psychology. The 22-year-old has a deep desire to work with orphans or children, that grow up under challenging circumstances, in the future and wants to give them the attention and treatment, that he himself was never privileged enough to receive. He is very concerned about the fact that Cambodia lacks...

Srey Nek’s Next Chapter: University

Srey Nek received support last year for the continuation of her high school studies. With the completion of her final state exams in late December, the 20-year-old is ready to start university. Thomlang – Cambodian Youth Support will continue to support the young high school graduate through the coverage of her university tuition and all living expenses for the entirety of her studies. The...

Srey May’s Last Bachelor’s Degree Semester

Like many young Cambodians, Srey May was not in a position in which she could have afforded higher education. The financial burden of university tuition fees presented an obstacle that the 24-year-old orphan was unable to overcome by herself. Take a look back at the letter, that Srey May wrote last year: Dear supporters, My name is Srey May Ngen and I am 24 years old. I work as an accountant for...

Makara’s First Year At University

Higher education allows young adults to break into the increasingly competitive job market in Cambodia. However, the financial burden of tuition fees can prevent underprivileged young Cambodians, like Makara, from enrolling in university. Makara is an orphan and doesn’t have a traditional support system that could have covered his tuition. In early 2021, Thomlang – Cambodian Youth Support...

Srey Mom’s Bachelor’s Degree

Cambodia remains affected by extreme poverty to this day, which sadly prevents thousands of young Cambodians from enrolling in higher education programs. With no social welfare or state scholarships to turn to, adolescents are typically forced to join the workforce at a young age in order to provide for themselves and their families.Srey Mom found herself in this exact situation. Despite always...