I come from a
normal family in Hong Kong and I worked in the hospitality industry. Last year, I came to Siem Reap as a tourist and I met a JWOC Scholarship Student graduate at a boutique hotel – it was then that I first heard about JWOC and the work they do.
Despite the country’s
tragic history, I was touched by the kindness and smile of Cambodians – the
thought of returning to this place has clung to my heart since then.
“It is more
blessed to give than to receive.” While we are receiving all-rounded education
in Hong Kong, and working very hard to earn a living; there are people in
Cambodia who have a thirst for knowledge, but struggle to find work because there is little chance to study. Education is the
requisite for becoming self-sufficient and creating future leaders here.
I was assisting
a team of passionate teachers in the Free Classes (supplementing to
their usual classes at Public Schools) over the past few weeks. I did enjoy it very much! The kids are
innocent and willing to learn. They
simply made me smile every time when I enter JWOC. Seeing them reminds me to always show
appreciations and be humble – instead of taking things for granted!
Thank you JWOC team for all the hard work and love!
