Background

Aspire Training & Education, called ASPIRE, was founded in 2012 by Mr. Sean Samnang, a local Cambodian, who recognized the urgent need to help the many destitute and orphaned children living in his country. This situation was brought about because Cambodia’s education and health care systems were completely destroyed during the Khmer Rouge Genocide and Cambodia has been unable to make significant gains in rebuilding it because of the subsequent 2 decades long civil war. Now corruption is rampant and Cambodia’s education and health care systems remains in shambles. Siem Reap itself is one of the poorest areas in Cambodia with over 75% of the poor people living in dire poverty.

Mission

-To provide education, 3 nutritious meals per day, protection, adequate healthcare and education for orphaned children or those living in extreme poverty. -To break the cycle of poverty by enabling individuals & communities to become self- sufficient through education and practical skills training. -To carry out our work without discrimination and offer equal opportunities regardless of race, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability or beliefs. -To encourage our children to embrace the knowledge of local Khmer customs, including dance and music, so that this knowledge is retained for future generations.

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