Ishara Fernando, Australia – Volunteered in 2012, 2013, 2015
In 2012 I taught English at Thnal Dach Primary School with Hak’s training, assistance and translation services. My experience was so positive that I returned in 2013 and again in 2015. Few things lie closer to my heart than spending time in and trying to help the families in this village. My time spent in the village volunteering, playing with children, talking to adults (even without speaking the same language) and exploring the surrounding area has been a precious opportunity to learn from others and develop a lifelong connection with people so similar to me but yet so underprivileged. There are so many experiences shared between us all which have been the first time in our lives, both challenging and exciting! I admire Hak’s strength and perseverance in dedicating his time towards helping Cambodian youth and I very much appreciate his efforts to support and care for volunteers throughout their entire stay.
Sven Mauleon reviewed Hak’s Project – 29 March 2017 ·
Hak used to be a trainee with Openmind Projects in Thailand. Openmind Projects then helped and funded the setting up of an NGO for Hak so Cambodia authorities would allow Hak and his village to receive volunteers. Gaweechat Joompaula, Openmind Projects cofounder also comes from a poor farmer background and helped Hak, in line with Openmind Projects mission – to empower young people and help them get started to help other people. Hak can tell about his time with Openmind Projects in Thailand and how TT/Gaweechat helped Hak so he now can help others with the help of volunteers.
Niall Almond reviewed Hak’s Project – 29 March 2017 ·
I have visited Hak’s beautiful village many times and taught there for several weeks. His family are very generous and hospitable, and will make you feel at home, and the village children are really enthusiastic to learn and pick up lessons very quickly.
With more volunteers coming to teach, local kids will develop an interest in learning English, and this can give them the opportunity to work in tourism, increase their skills and access better livelihoods.
Hak makes a lot of effort to make his guests comfortable, and getting to know him and his family has been a privilege. Oh-khun Hak!
Ruby Campbell reviewed Hak’s Project 29 March 2017 ·
Volunteering in Hak’s village is and always will be one of the most memorable times in my life. I was first there with my mother and brother where we volunteered as a family. I then returned on my gap year and volunteered for about two and a half months. During that time I was adopted by Hak’s Mum as part of the family and was welcomed by the community where I was constantly invited to social gatherings, weddings and ceremonies. In school the kids are all incredibly enthusiastic and eager to learn and when you are not teaching the kids love to play and take you on adventures around the village. 0000
Karely Lopez Noriega reviewed Hak’s Project – 9 April 2017 ·
Hak’s project is amazing. It’s about opportunities, it’s about education, it’s about empowering. I was very pleased to spend few weeks in this beautiful village conducting a financial education program for children. The kids are eager to learn! Hak’s project is a great opportunity to give a bit of you to others and to know the real khemer culture. The people in this village is very friendly and Hak’s family is very nice, Mon cooked delicious food for us every day and we were invited to a traditional wedding. I had a great time here!
Gary Lorenz reviewed Homestay with Hak and family –15 Dec 2018
I recently stayed at Hak’s Homestay for 4 nights (20-24/11/2018). It was a fantastic experience to live in the village and share the meals that Hak cooked for me. Highlights were assisting Hak with his English lessons for the local Primary School children, a boat trip to the nearby Kompong Khleang Floating Village, and just experiencing the simple life of the village people and gaining insights into their education, health and sanitation needs. This is a Homestay, not a hotel. You are experiencing how financially poor villagers in Cambodia live. You eat their food, use their squat toilet, and use their washroom. (no showers). A fantastic life experience of how Khmer people live in rural Cambodia.
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