Overview

Grace House Community Centre works in a community between Siem Reap and Tonle Sap. Little of the tourist dollar reach the families who rely on subsistence farming and fishing. At Grace House we strongly believe education and inclusion will improve the livelihoods of this generation and the next. Our programmes start from early years and continue through to further education. We support the families ensuring children remain in education and stay in the family unit. Children with special needs have their own programmes which include education and alternative care.

Background

Grace House Community Centre (GHCC) was founded in 2008 by Globalteer, a UK charity. Orginally named Globalteer Community Development Centre the name was changed when local NGO status was granted. "Grace" is the name of Globalteer director's grandmother. Starting with a converted Khmer house and 70 students GHCC has grown to educating 300 + students in 8 classrooms, a library, IT suite, electrician's training room, 2 social enterprises, special needs classroom and small group home.

Mission

Enabling the community to become sustainable through education, family support and health care

Vision

In providing opportunities to learn vocational, craft and language skills families will increase their ability to earn an income or run a business, enabling them to become self sufficient. Grace House Community Centre intends to achieve this by - Educating the children in English Language and ensuring they receive a state education. Supporting families while learning new skills and setting up new business with the help of micro loans. Access to health care sanitation, clean water, dry homes and safe electricity . Encourage inclusion of children with special needs in Siem Reap Province by enabling them to receive specialist education and a safe, caring environment for respite and transistional care.

Project Summary

1. Family Support 2. Education 3. Special Needs 4. Social Enterprises