Grassroots Organization Volunteering in Cambodia

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Gain fantastic experience in management positions as you coordinate construction projects in Siem Reap, Cambodia. This program offers broad skill development in highly transferable skills and the chance to make a meaningful impact. You’ll join an organization dedicated to addressing the extreme poverty in the Siem Reap province, where many live without access to clean drinking water and proper sanitation. The organization operates in two ways, supplying and constructing homes and WASH systems to those in need, and running education programs from their community center. As an intern, you'll be involved in all different aspects of the organization's operations. You’ll work as part of the organization's small team and play a role in marketing, communications, and impact reporting. This is a fantastic opportunity to build a wide array of transferable skills, gain real-world experience, and help towards an important cause.

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Explore Southeast Asia on a 10-week journey through Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam—where travel becomes transformation. Volunteer at ethical elephant sanctuaries, trek to remote mountain villages, explore ancient temples, and engage with communities through meaningful, culturally respectful exchange. This program combines adventure, service, and immersion to help you grow personally and globally. Learn traditional crafts, share meals with host families, and experience resilience and hospitality in every community. Conservation work, ethical travel practices, and local partnerships ensure your impact is responsible and real. With leadership training, guided reflection, and mentorship built into the experience, you'll return more confident, connected, and prepared for what’s next. Whether you're taking a gap year, earning credit, building your resume, or seeking clarity and purpose, this journey meets you where you are—and helps you grow beyond it. Travel deeper. Grow bolder. Reach out to Learn More!

A region accentuated by the colorful robes of Buddhist monks, the vivid greens of rice fields and jungle forests, and the cultural diversity of hill tribe communities—this is the ultimate Southeast Asia semester. Each country offers a unique cultural experience unto itself, and each faces the challenge of reconciling urban expansion and industrialization with indigenous land rights, free movement of nomadic peoples, and equal access to resources. This semester, walk among ancient temples, traverse mountainous jungles, and explore the clear blue water of Thailand’s beaches. You’ll explore tradition, globalization, and human rights against the backdrop of two of Asia’s most complex nations. Immerse yourself in community life through homestays and visits to remote villages. Emerge with your self-awareness and perspective forever altered. 2025: CLOSED Spring 2026: February 25 - May 6 Fall 2026: September 24 - December 4

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Length: 4-6 months | Intakes: January 2026 Join the Global Leadership Programme, designed to provide you with hands-on experience supporting the work of an international development charity. We are looking for passionate graduates, who are keen to learn about global challenges, work with youth and define their own purpose. After an initial period of training, you will be placed in one of our overseas hubs as a Group Mentor and Project Implementor, you will be supporting our in-country team through coordinating group projects and supporting our project participants on their journey to becoming global citizens. Your days will be filled with exciting challenges and fulfilling experiences, including: 1. Coordinating and delivering impactful project activities with our local partners. 2. Embark on a leadership role as you guide your group of project participants through immersive and exciting cultural activities. 3. Engage your group in reflective discussions and interactive sessions to foster personal growth. 4. Reporting on the progress and success of all international project participants and community development project delivery activities.

Feeding Dreams Cambodia offers a chance to make a real difference in Siem Reap, Cambodia. Our program allows volunteers to support underprivileged children and families. You will work with local staff to provide education, meals, and community support. Whether you're teaching English, helping in the kitchen, or assisting with outreach, your efforts will have a lasting impact. This volunteer program is available year-round and offers flexible durations to suit your schedule. You can join for as short as one week or stay for several months. Volunteering with Feeding Dreams Cambodia gives you valuable experience and helps our community grow. You'll also have the chance to explore Cambodia's beautiful landscapes and historical sites.

Volunteering with Green Umbrella (GU) in Cambodia gives you a chance to help with teaching, project planning, and community development. You will join the GU team, taking part in daily activities while learning about Cambodian culture, history, and everyday life. This program highlights the importance of education and the determination of children overcoming various challenges. Volunteers can stay for up to a year. Accommodation options include a traditional Khmer-style house, living with a local family, or staying in the Boarding House at the pagoda. Health care services are available through the volunteer coordinator. The program costs about $20 per day for accommodation, transport, and meals. Volunteers staying longer than three months receive free accommodation. This is a great opportunity to learn the Khmer language, work on sustainable development projects, and explore Cambodia’s cultural and natural sites during your free time.

We have a community development project in rural Cambodia where circular economy initiatives support a free education center for impoverished youth. We offer free classes to the community, as well as help them gain access to higher education and resources. Our school is supported by the production of recycled products & bamboo straws, an organic skincare line developed from our permaculture farm, and wellness retreats. We seek volunteers and interns to help us develop our educational curriculum for students, assist teachers, work on our organic farm, develop strategies for selling our programs, create sustainable systems in our eco-pool and eco-building projects, and work on sustainable leadership with our Environmental Initiatives Level Four class. There are many aspects of our program where we could use more hands. We like to develop a personalized mission for all volunteers and interns to maximize impact and create a clear mission that utilizes individuals' skills.