When Synoeun joined EYC in 2006, she was a 16-year-old garment factory worker who had left school because her family could no longer afford her education. The future she imagined felt out of reach. EYC offered her a second chance.…
Our 2025 Impact Report is here! We would like to thank all partners and donors who made it possible for us to sustain our programs and activities throughout 2025. Each year, we are reminded that behind every class, program, and…
For 20 years, every EYC student who has found their voice, stepped into leadership, or imagined a bigger future has had someone standing beside them — a teacher, a staff member, a volunteer — quietly and consistently believing in their…
We are excited to share that in August 2025, EYC launched a new Tutoring Program serving students from grades 7 to 12. This tutoring program addresses the needs of our younger students while also serving as a powerful addition to…
In late 2024, EYC welcomed Sarah, a Peace Corps volunteer, to our team. Over the next year, she will serve as a Development Assistant, Teacher Assistant, and Leadership Facilitator. We asked Sarah to reflect on her two years with the…
MORE ON NIHOUR Nihour, 23, has been a valued member of the EYC community for five years, having studied English and computer skills at the intermediate level. Though no longer an active student, Nihour remains deeply involved with EYC as…
MORE ON PANHA Panha, 18, has been a dedicated member of EYC for two and a half years. He plays a vital role as the Team Leader for the Environment Program, where he is responsible for ensuring the school remains…
We are excited to share with you a new online platform we have developed to address the needs of our students as they look to build their futures. Build Your Future What am I interested in? What do I want…
It is with pleasure that we share our 2021 Impact Report with you. As with the prior year, Covid was a significant driver of our approach and actions in 2021. The impact of the pandemic could be keenly felt in the…
What a year 2020 is proving to be. Back in January, the Youth School community was rocked by a devastating fire that destroyed 150 homes leaving 175 families (roughly 850 people) homeless. To support this already marginalized community, generous donors stepped up with…