Where We Work

Our Work in Cambodia

The history of Cambodia is stained with trauma, turmoil and warfare. In more recent times, civil war in the 1970s led to the deaths of over two million nationals, during the reign of the notorious Khmer Rouge and leader Pol Pot. This evil communist dictator took control of the country from 1975 to 1979 and forced it back into a subsistence lifestyle.  Multitudes died from disease, starvation and brutal execution – many of them in what are known as The Killing Fields and SR-21.

Today, Cambodia is still struggling to rebuild from the horrors of its past, and it’s still heavily dependent on foreign aid. Corruption is rampant and affects almost every level of government and modern society, adding to the difficult rebuilding process.

HOW WE ARE HELPING END SEXUAL EXPLOITATION

Child Rescue is offering real hope and tangible love to countless lives in Cambodia. We’re rescuing children out of the sex-trade, giving them a chance to find and fulfil their God-given destinies, and we’re providing a safe place for them to live – a place where children can be kids again and experience unconditional love and healing. We’re also empowering the poor through our small business loan initiatives to help them become self-sufficient. In the end, we’re impacting many lives through our efforts in this country.

Latest News From Cambodia

24 Girls Graduate Salon-Training Programs

March 24, 2020

These brave girls have overcome obstacles that would seem insurmountable to some. If you read closely you will see enormous victory in each of these quotes.

Filed Under: Blog, Cambodia, Girls

Achariya: Seamstress & Mother

October 31, 2018

The eldest of her nine siblings, she was responsible for supporting the family. “I never got enough sleep. I would go fishing with my father early in the morning and I would always get to sleep late. We lived day by day.”

Filed Under: Blog, Cambodia, Reintegration, Success Stories

Leakena: Salon Owner

October 24, 2018

Recently Leakena first opened the doors to her salon and in doing so, she entered into the next chapter of her story. Just two years earlier, Leakena probably wouldn’t have imagined herself to be where she is today.

Filed Under: Blog, Cambodia, Reintegration, Success Stories

Looking for a way to help end human trafficking and sexual exploitation in Cambodia? Partner with us to fight the atrocity of sexual exploitation of children by Sponsoring a Home in Cambodia.