This year, World Environment Day is themed “Ending Plastic Pollution.” As this global crisis continues to affect oceans, wildlife, and ecosystems, Action Education / Aide et Action (AEA) in Cambodia is celebrating the vital role of coastal communities. Along the…
Today, on 5 May 2025, we celebrate Cambodia’s youth. The future of marine ecosystems is beginning to take root — not just in the soil of seaside communities, but in the hearts and minds of Generation Ocean: young, committed, and…
With scissors, paper, coloured fabric, and imagination in hand, Community Pre-School (CPS) teachers in Kep and Sihanoukville are becoming artisans of learning—designing and crafting their own educational games and teaching materials. In Cambodia’s coastal and island communities, pre-school teachers often…
In the quiet coastal province of Kep, a new kind of lesson is unfolding—one found not only in textbooks, but also on the walls of Damnak Chang Our Primary School. A colourful, child-friendly nutrition poster is helping teachers promote healthy…
To deliver education in island communities, teachers must cross rivers, forests, and oceans. When we invest in them—like Li Ler—we’re not just improving early childhood education; we’re advancing equity and opportunity for all. Li Ler is a community pre-school teacher…
From 26 to 30 May 2025, Sam Vantha is participating in a teacher training organised by the Department of Education, Youth and Sport (DOE), supported by Action Education / Aide et Action (AEA), under the EU co-funded CO-SAVED project. This…
Cambodia’s ecosystems—particularly the mangroves that shelter countless marine species—are under growing threat from pollution, unsustainable development, and climate change. Rising youth leaders are taking the lead in preserving the forests and wildlife in their coastal regions. This morning, the courtyard…
Across vibrant streets and coastal paths, small vendors are a familiar sight. But behind these everyday scenes lie the hidden struggles of Cambodia’s economy. With its local and global partners, Action Education / Aide et Action (AEA) is unlocking the…
Pressures from climate change, unsustainable development, and diminishing marine resources threaten both livelihoods and biodiversity. However, responsible eco-tourism offers a compelling solution that protects the environment while providing sustainable income for local communities. Cambodia’s coastal ecosystems—such as mangrove forests—are facing…
The Chroi Svay community is revitalizing local water ecosystems while also attracting environmentally conscious tourists. Through ecological restoration, they are welcoming nature lovers—and optimism—back to the community. This is a story of fish, hope, and clean waters. Along Cambodia’s coastline,…