Overview

The Cambodian Handicraft Association offers women with disabilities (from landmines or polio) a new skills base in handicrafts, tailoring, weaving and running a small business which will allow them to return to their communities and lead an independent life. We produce a range of completely hand made Cambodian silk goods. Selling the participants work in our shop contributes to the costs of running the program. The program provides the students with confidence and self esteem.

Background

Cambodia currently has three active landmines for every Cambodian man woman and child. Most of these are in known areas, but the risk of injury by these weapons remains ever present. Polio is a devastating disease, leaving survivors with varying degrees of disability. Thankfully it is almost eradicated in Cambodia, but the legacy of disabled survivors will remain for many years to come. There is no state support for the disabled in Cambodia, and it is almost impossible to find work and they are therefore seen as a burden on their families. CHA provides a way out of this dependency. We provide a home and friendly environment to build the self-esteem of the trainees. Teaching them and the public that the disabled are in fact able.

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