15/05/2026
My name is Hak Neat I am 19 years old and currently studying in Grade 12 in High School.
My father passed away when I was younger, and today I live with my grandmother in a rented home in our community. Life has not always been easy for my family, but education has become a source of hope and opportunity for me.
I first joined the Care for Cambodia project in 2018 when I was still a young child in primary school, around Grade 3 or Grade 4. Since then, the organisation has supported me throughout my educational journey for the past eight years. During that time, I received school supplies, uniforms, learning materials, and encouragement to continue studying and believing in my future.
Care for Cambodia has not only helped me academically, but it has also helped me grow in confidence and character. Through the project, I participated in many activities including sports, dancing, youth programmes, community activities, and opportunities to develop leadership skills and teamwork. These experiences helped me become more confident, responsible, and motivated to help others.
Because of the support and encouragement I received growing up, I wanted to give something back to the younger children in the project. Today, while continuing my own studies, I also serve as a volunteer teacher helping teach and support younger students in the community. I am proud to be able to encourage children who are now in the same position I was in many years ago.
I am deeply thankful to Care for Cambodia for supporting me from childhood until now. The organisation has played an important role in my life and has helped shape the person I am today. Their support gave me hope, education, and opportunities that I may not otherwise have had. In the future, I hope to continue my education, help my family, and keep supporting younger children in my community so they can also achieve their dreams.