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Volunteering in Cambodia |
 Posted: Fri Jul 3, 2009 4:35 am |
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| Ive noticed a couple of people asking about volunteering in asia on here but havent seen anything on this orphanage. Ive just spent a month volunteering here teaching english and it was without a doubt the highlight of my trip.
The organisation is called NFO - new futures organisation. Its run by a British guy who seems to be doing a cracking job. Its in the town Takeo, about two hours south of Phnom Penh and they are always looking for volunteers, whether its for 1 day or a couple of months. You dont have to pay anything for the volunteering itself, just 5 dollars for a room for the night. Here's the website- http://www.newfuturesorphanage.com/ - it pretty much explains everything you need to know but if anyone has any other questions about it then feel free to give me a message. Cheers |
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| Posted: Tue Sep 1, 2009 11:58 am |
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| Just to add to Sheepy99's post if you're looking for information on voluntary work near Phnom Penh:
Many agencies try to charge you for organising voluntary work on your behalf but you'll find lots of free opportunities in Cambodia when you arrive and there are plently of posters in the backpacker area asking for help with local organisations. I lived in Cambodia for a year working as a teacher and during my time in Phnom Penh I also volunteered at SCAO orphanage which provides a home for almost 20 kids and free English tuition for around 100 kids in the local area. Unlike some bad, or at least questionable, establishments this place is run by a friendly and genuine couple who aren't attempting to scam tourists out of cash. Your time is just as valuable to them as your money. SCAO is based just 15 mins drive north of the main backpacker area so you can easily visit for a couple of hours or do as I did and commute there daily if you want to spend more time helping out. They recently finished building a basic room for volunteers to stay in return for a small donation and giving English lessons to the kids. If you'd like to make a donation to a local organisation I'd recommend taking cash or finding out what provisions are needed most. Obviously local people can buy rice, pens and books for much less money than a tourist and the kids will appreciate these far more than toys which are quickly broken or lost. You can fins out more about SCAO at www.savechildreninasia.org Good luck with your trip and have fun! |
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