Last week, some of our Cambodian partners came to attend the International Conference on Service-Learning. And they brought a bag of newly harvested rice for me. How thoughtful of them.
In 2010, we went to Cambodia for the first time,, with 20 students. We installed some computers, set up some networks, and taught a few workshops on information technology at a number of community centers. By 2014, we have grown to 85 students, with a contingent of 100 people. Our services range from solar panels, a computer laboratory in a suitcase in a tuk-tuk, an e-microscope based on an iPAD, digital storytelling, guest house management training, …, to eye examinations. It has become our flagship program, attracting attention from across South-East Asia to as far as the USA. We now have many partners there. It has become a training ground for our staff on service-learning, and much more.
The seeds planted are bearing fruit. We are thankful to God who led us there. Many challenges remain ahead, yet we are hopeful because God is reliable.
2 comments:
Proud to be part of the 2010 team. What happened to the bag of rice in the end?
Indeed you should be.
Regarding the rice, It is home. I haven't had time to eat it yet. I think Grace also got a bag. It does smell good.
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