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Cambodia
Teaching Program Week 1: 18th – 23rd September 2016
&/or
Week 2: 25th – 30th September 2016
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Program
Context
Located in the tropics of South
East Asia, Cambodia is a country
of natural wonders, inspiring
people and rich history. From
Angkor Wat to the mighty
Mekong River, there is much to
see, and so much to learn.
Cambodia has 52% of its citizens
aged 24 or under and faces
specific challenges and
opportunities that arise from
such a significant distortion in
age demographics.
Despite over half of Cambodia’s
population being born post the
Cambodia-Vietnam war and 71%
post the Khmer Rouge genocide,
the structural, psychological and
societal impacts continue.
Recognising the strategic
importance that Cambodian
youth have for shaping and
transforming their nation, World
Vision Cambodia have recognised
that “Youth are creative and
active citizens, the next
generation of leaders” which is
one of their four core
organisational objectives.
World Vision in
the Community
Listening
began in 2011 to understand the community’s challenges, strengths
and vision for the future. Located approximately 1 hour from
Battambang, the community faces many challenges including
education, access to health care, employment and migration, nutrition,
child protection and water and sanitation.
Empowering
children and youth to have a voice. The creation of child and youth
clubs and training in citizenship and community engagement has seen
exponential growth in participation. In a culture where youth have little
voice, youth in the community are now working respectfully with village
and district leaders to facilitate understanding and change in areas such
as the environment, child rights and child protection.
In the last 12 months, youth club members have started two after
school English schools for primary children and now have in excess of
140 pupils attending each day.
Asking
youth what areas they would like further support in. With the youth
identifying English language and ICT training as their two priority areas,
September 2015 saw the pilot of a 5-day “Summer School”. With over
100 youth attending and 12 local teachers, the program was a
significant success and a request was made by the local teachers, youth
and World Vision team to continue the program.
Responding
to the reflections of 2015’s pilot program by local teachers and youth,
World Vision will again run a Summer School program for the
community in September 2016.
Sustainably
recognising the talent, passion and dedication that exists within the
community, the program is developed in consultation with local
teachers and youth to assist with new teaching approaches for teachers,
whilst conducting confidence building and engaging programs for
youth.
Sunday: Arrive in Battambang
Arrival, check into hotel, team
introductions, explore Battambang
township, further review of program
and materials, Team Dinner.
Monday to Friday: Program
Depart at 6:15am for breakfast at local
café.
Session 1: 8am – 12noon
Lunch Break
Session 2: 2pm – 4:30pm
Travel back to Battambang
Dinner & daily reflection
Program concludes Friday night
Saturday: Depart or Free Time
Depart Battambang on personal travel,
or if staying for the second week, enjoy
the weekend to sightsee in either
Battambang or Siem Reap (Angkor
Wat) before returning on Sunday
afternoon.
Assistance with accommodation pre
and post program can be facilitated,
together with organising transport
from Siem Reap to Battambang.
Program Overview
Program Development
The program for each week is being
developed in consultation with local
teacher and youth representatives and
with Teachers from the pilot in 2015
with ESL experience.
In 2015 an overarching theme of
“Sharing My Story” was used to
connect the five day curriculum and
enable students to have tangible
outcomes from the program.
A new theme is being developed for
2016 and the program will again look
to use fun and engaging methods of
learning.
Is this program for me?
Whilst we are keen to engage teachers
to join the program, you do not need
to be a qualified teacher to participate.
Experienced teachers are developing
the lesson plans to enable people who
are passionate and committed to invest
their time in supporting Cambodian
youth, make a valuable contribution.
The program is open to anyone from
18 to 90, pending a short interview to
ensure that the program is a good
match and aligns to both your needs
and those of the local community.
Program Overview
“I found the experience and the ability
to build into teachers and students so
thirsty for knowledge, humbling and
immensely rewarding”
Rebecca - Teacher
Travel Costs:
$349 per person twin share
($449 for single room option)
This is inclusive of an initial $100 non-refundable deposit within two weeks of
confirming attendance.
Travel Costs
What is included in the cost?
6 nights’ accommodation in
Battambang
Transportation to and from the
community each day
Breakfasts and lunches for 5 days
What is not included in the cost?
Airfares to and from Cambodia
(Siem Reap is the closest
International Airport)
Transfers to and from Siem Reap to
Battambang (however this can be
organised for you at a low cost)
VISA’s
Travel insurance (obligatory)
Passport costs
Medical health checks prior to the
trip
Items of a personal nature i.e.
phone calls, laundry etc.
Dinners
Spending money
Fundraising amount:
$350 minimum
We feel privileged that we have the opportunity to
visit and engage with these communities, and as such
believe it is important to support them in practical
ways.
Fundraising
In addition to your time and talents, we
are seeking to support the ongoing
educational goals of this community by
providing a set of tablets that can be
used for ongoing self-learning through
relevant pre-loaded applications
(Apps).
Each $350 raised will fund the purchase
of a tablet and significantly enable
youth and children to continue
learning beyond their existing
limitations of teacher access.
Most students in this community have
never used a computer, with electricity
only coming to the area in late 2014
and resources such as computers out
of reach for families.
With many remote villages that have
never heard of a computer, the more
tablets we can fund the more students
will have access.
How do I fundraise?
There are various fun and creative ways
to successfully fundraise. When you
register for the trip, you will have a
regular point of contact that will be
there as support right up until your
departure and can provide ideas to
assist if required.
Given the tangible nature of a tablet
and its ability to provide educational
assistance in both Khmer and English
to remote communities, one of the
most effective ways is share your
journey with family, friends and
colleague who may be willing to fund a
whole or part of a tablet.
Photos can be provided to all
supporters showing the tablets in use
and the youth involved.
What sort of things do people do
to fundraise?
Sausage sizzles, trivia nights, auctions,
morning teas, collecting gold coins,
eBay sales, school activities, family
dinner, chocolate boxes, dance parties
and donations from family and friends
are just a few ways to fundraise.
When does the fundraising target
need to be reached by?
By August 15th, to enable the relevant
learning apps to be installed.
The secret to making fundraising easy
is to speak to us, develop a clear
strategy, and then get started!
How can I get the company I
work for to help me?
Many larger companies have
Community Foundations or Corporate
Social Responsibility programs and as
part of these programs they offer to
dollar match funds raised by
employees for World Vision. We
recommend approaching your
company and finding out if they are
able to support your fundraising
efforts.
Why would people want to
donate to me?
Generally, people want to make a
difference. Critically, your friends and
family will support your commitment
to helping the world’s poor.
Fundraising is a way to include them in
your journey, before, during and after
the program.
Are donations tax-deductible?
All donations that go to World Vision
over $2 is tax-deductible (providing
your supporters received nothing in
return for their donation) your donors
will be issued with a receipt.
How do donors get receipts?
When your fundraising monies are
paid to World Vision we will issue a
tax-deductible receipt to the
supporters who made a donation,
providing they have provided all the
relevant details.
Frequently
Asked
Questions
Is it safe to travel in Cambodia?
World Vision International monitors
security in Cambodia. In addition, staffs
monitor the Department of Foreign
Affairs and Trade Smartraveller website
(smartraveller.gov.au) for security and
risk levels. Cambodia is currently
categorised as “exercise normal safety
precautions”.
What is the accommodation like?
When choosing accommodation and
transport methods, the security of our
travellers is always our first priority,
and our well-travelled staff members
from World Vision Australia are there
to support and journey with you. The
accommodation will be in a 3 star hotel
with western facilities to ensure
participants are well rested after a busy
day.
Do I need to get medical
clearance from my doctor?
Yes, every participant will need to have
a medical check completed by a
doctor. We advise participants to see a
travel doctor who can provide
specialist advice about travelling in
Cambodia.
Do I need travel insurance?
Yes, comprehensive travel insurance is
compulsory for all participants and is
the responsibility of each participant to
arrange.
Is there consular representation
in Cambodia for Australians?
Australia has an embassy in Phnom
Penh, Cambodia.
What if there was an emergency
in Cambodia?
All necessary steps and precautions will
be taken to ensure your safety and the
safety of the group whilst in Cambodia.
World Vision has a comprehensive
emergency and crisis management
plan, should a situation arise. Our
leaders are experienced regular visitors
to Cambodia and we are also
supported by World Vision Cambodia
staff.
What will be the size of the
group travelling?
The size of the group is generally 10
participants and 2 World Vision
Leaders.
Click ‘Register Now’ before the trip
becomes full
A $100 non-refundable deposit is required
14 days after registration.
An information pack is sent to you after
deposit is received
Fundraise a minimum of $350 for each
tablet you would like to provide the
community
Final payment is due one month prior to
departure
Team meets in Cambodia 18th Sept 2016!
Please note: dates above are subject to change depending on group needs
and schedules
Countdown to Cambodia
Teaching Program!