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Cambodia: Learning Service & Community Building (Summer)
Cambodia: Learning Service & Community Building (Summer)
Known for the incomparable ruins of Angkor Wat, Cambodia evokes images of overgrown jungle temples, bright orange-robed monks, and lush rice fields. Examine issues of human rights and international development: witness Cambodian youth's optimism, unpack the legacy of the Khmer Rouge, and gain insight into Theravada Buddhism firsthand. Our summer abroad course begins in the overgrown temples of th...
Known for the incomparable ruins of Angkor Wat, Cambodia evokes images of overgrown jungle temples, bright orange-robed monks, and lush rice fields. Examine issues of human rights and international development: witness Cambodian youth's optimism, unpack the legacy of the Khmer Rouge, and gain insight into Theravada Buddhism firsthand. Our summer abroad course begins in the overgrown temples of the Angkor civilization, which hold the secrets to the ecological and architectural wonders of a culture that ruled much of Southeast Asia for nearly a thousand years. Continuing past the floating villages of Lake Tonle Sap, we gain insight into the effects of dams on the ecology of Cambodia’s largest body of freshwater and discuss environmental issues critical to food security. We continue to Bat...
Program Highlights
Catch the sunrise at Angkor Wat before cycling around the temple complex with a guide, contemplating ancient Angkorian history.
Speak with local and international NGO representatives to learn about contemporary issues like land rights, women’s rights, the garment industry, access to education, LGBTQIA+ movement, and more.
Receive a warm welcome into a lively rural homestay community and spend a week immersing yourself in the daily life and rhythm of your host family.
Swim in the Andaman Sea while unpacking the grim realities of marine conservation in Southeast Asia.
Sit with a panel of monks in Battambang to understand the realities of Theravada Buddhism and learn simple insight meditation techniques to bring you to the present moment.
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- Phnom Penh, Cambodia
- 2-4 Weeks
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Homestays
- Language Immersion
- Outdoor Education
- All Nationalities
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Inimitable programs- 5 stars, hands down.
by: J. BetzProgram: Cambodia: Learning Service & Community Building (Summer)It is ridiculous to think that one could choose one event that alone led to the most learning. The course was an entity built up from thousands of minute segments. Simply labeling one of these moments as "the most influential" is like trying to feel the power of a storm from a single raindrop. The course was profound, sincere, authentic, influenceable, and unforgettable. Health and Safety: Knowledgeable instructors kept our safety a priority.
An authentic discovery of myself and of Cambodia
by: Grace CawdreyProgram: Cambodia: Learning Service & Community Building (Summer)Weather you are called by the the vibrant, green rice patties of southeast Asia or the warm plains of west Africa, responsibly traveling the world with Where There be Dragons is an elucidating experience. Dragons courses are intentionally designed to foster a global citizen. My Dragons-Cambodia course revealed a way of life that is very different from my familiar, midwestern comfort zone, but simultaneously impressed upon me that we all share one world. Cambodia is especially beautiful, full of ...
Incredible and Transformative Experience
by: Sophia MatuszewiczProgram: Cambodia: Learning Service & Community Building (Summer)It's been two years now since I went to Cambodia with a small group of committed peers and instructors, and I still feel its influence on my life every day. This program, with its absolutely authentic commitment to cultural engagement, deep questions and challenging scope, has fundamentally shaped the way I approach the world and helped me grow in incredible ways, as well as giving me lifelong friends and partners in change. I don't think there is anything like it!
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Locations
- Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Types & Subjects
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Homestays
- Language Immersion
Availability
Years Offered: 2025, 2026
- 2-4 Weeks
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- High School Junior (3rd Year)
- High School Senior (4th Year)
- High School 5th Year or More
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Online Application
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