Empower Cambodian Children with Education

COVID rates are currently averaging at under 100 infections a day. Phnom Penh has one of the highest vaccination rates in the world, with an impressive 99% of those eligible having received both vaccines. Borders are now open and visas are allowed for vaccinated visitors, which will slowly begin to improve the economy, which heavily significantly on tourism. 

The Ministry of Education Youth announced that all schools can open for all grade levels as of the 1st of November, 2021, following guidelines to minimize capacity and keep students safe. This is fantastic news for our students, who have endured and adapted to continuous changes to their education.

Over the course of the pandemic, students have maintained their enthusiasm to continue their education despite additional obstacles. Providing distance learning to students in an area experiencing extreme poverty has proven to be difficult. Students don't have computers or access to computers beyond our computer labs at schools, and often don't have internet. We have developed at-home learning packets and lessons students can access from family members' mobile devices. If they did not have accessible devices, we provided them. 

Despite these challenges, the tenacity of our students is incredible; distance learning attendance rate averages at 97%. Students are excited to return to school to return to a more hands-on learning experience (safely) surrounded by their peers. 

We are keeping a close eye on how the COVID-19 situation develops and on the impact of the Omicron variant, and will of course adapt to changes to ensure students remain safe as that is our #1 priority. For now, we are excited and optimistic about returning to school, and are currently focusing on ensuring students are equipped with all the supplies they need to excel in in-person learning and ensure our classrooms are stocked to support an engaging educational experience.

Again, all of us at CCF are grateful for your support. In challenging times, the more vulnerable are exponentially affected, so ensuring girls continue to receive an education is crucial in ensuring they have successful and fulfilling lives. Thank you for supporting this.

With gratitude,  

All of us at CCF