About Me
Kanya is a passionate grade 10 student at Jay Pritzker Academy in Cambodia. She is a dedicated member of Kaleidoscope Kids, an initiative focused on enhancing students' knowledge and fostering their enthusiasm for university education. Through her involvement in Model UN and her leadership role on your school’s Speech and Debate club executive team, she has developed the confidence to articulate her views clearly while embracing collaboration and diverse perspectives to find innovative solutions. Furthermore, as a researcher and advocate for Insulight, a project committed to addressing diabetes in rural communities, she demonstrates her passion for using research-driven approaches to make a meaningful social impact. Her multifaceted experiences reflect a strong commitment to education, leadership, and community health advocacy. Beyond her advocacy pursuits, she is creating original poster displays, playing the ukulele, and contributing to her school’s student council committee.
Project Description
Harvest for Hope is a community-driven initiative dedicated to improving the lives of children in orphanages across rural Siem Reap, Cambodia. By organizing volunteer-driven vegetable planting activities, the project not only fosters sustainable agricultural practices but also raises funds to directly support educational and healthcare needs for vulnerable children. Volunteers from local communities come together to cultivate gardens that generate income, creating a self-sustaining model of social impact through agriculture.
Currently focused on several orphanages in the province, Harvest for Hope aims to expand its reach to include most orphanages throughout Siem Reap. This expansion will allow the project to maximize its positive influence on children's well-being and access to vital resources. Through collaborative partnerships and community involvement, the initiative seeks to build a scalable and sustainable framework that empowers orphanages with ongoing support for education and healthcare.
Looking forward, Harvest for Hope envisions creating lasting change by blending agricultural development with compassionate care, ensuring that children in rural orphanages have the opportunity to thrive and build a brighter future. The project’s commitment to combining volunteer engagement with practical fundraising efforts makes it a beacon of hope for underserved communities in Siem Reap.
