Student Volunteers
The three of us had the privilege of volunteering at Aziza’s Place during our summer break from The Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania. We stayed for only two short weeks, but we quickly fell in love with everything about AP. The kids and staff embraced us into their family with the same warmth and love that they have for each other. We saw firsthand how much they helped and cared for each other. It became clear that the kids embody and reciprocate the love and care that they receive, which is what makes AP such a special place.
We originally came to AP to provide business support and help with fundraising efforts, but we found ourselves getting involved in so much more. Since the kids were on summer holiday from public school, they had a ton of other activities and classes that kept them (and us) busy! Some of the highlights of our experience include watching the kids practice traditional Khmer dance and karate in the mornings, helping them learn to swim and watching them show off new tricks at the water park, and leading one of the English classes to perform a theatrical rendition of The Three Little Pigs for their peers. It was great to see the kids cultivate their talents and dedicate themselves to learning new things.
Our time in Cambodia flew by too quickly. But just as Aziza’s Place has changed the lives of these 21 kids, it left a deep impression with us as well. We are grateful for all of the individuals who have helped to create such a nurturing environment, and we hope that you will join us in our continued support and service to our friends at AP.
-Justine, Kittipong, and May
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