Volunteer
REACH Siem Reap offers ethical volunteer experiences for international humanitarians from around the world. Enjoy all that the incredible tourist hub ‘Siem Reap’ has to offer, while also giving back to children and families in desperate need.
With our focus being on empowering Cambodians to drive sustainable development within their own communities, we invite skilled professionals and compassionate English speakers to assist our local staff in facilitating this change.
We employ a wonderful team of permanent local Khmer staff, as such, our Volunteer experience is structured in a way that is nondisruptive to our curriculum or operations. We have stringent policies in place, and ongoing staff training to ensure that your time with us is not only rewarding for you, but mutually beneficial for our school and the children that we serve.
The success of REACH Siem Reap relies heavily on the time, compassion and dedication of Volunteer from around the world. We whole heartedly value and admire every single person who supports our cause, without them, we would cease to exist.
To learn more about how you can volunteer, please read on.
Volunteer Check-List
English Language
You don't need to be a native English Speaker to Volunteer, but you are required to have a good command of English.
Open-Mind
You should have an open mind, always be culturally sensitive and respect that your role is to assist our local Cambodian staff.
Enthusiasm & Compassion
Approach every day of volunteering with a positive attitude and to be empathetic and respectful towards all at REACH.
The Experiences
REACH Siem Reap has a varierty of areas which you can chose to volunteer in.
We warmly welcome individuals and families and larger groups such as Secondary School groups and corporate teams.
All inclusive tours for larger parties can be organised upon request and tailored to suit your individual needs.
Depending on your preference, we invite you to volunteer with us from 1 - 4 weeks.
WORKSHOPS
Workshops
Role
Do you have a certain skill you would like to share with our children, youth or staff? Every day we have two time slots allocated for our volunteers to host their own workshops. Be creative, here are a few examples of workshops:
- Art Classes
- Teacher Training
- Outreach Seminars
- Yoga Lessons
- Dance Classes
- Financial Literacy
Hours
There is 1 hour a day allocated to hosting workshops.
Workshop Session: 4.00pm-5.00pm
Skills Required
To host a workshop you must be skilled/passionate about your chosen topic. Furthermore, you must submit your workshop lesson plan at least 45 days before arriving to REACH. If approved, it will be your responsibility to fund and supply all materials associated with the workshop. Approval of each workshop is based on feasibility and availability.
Click here to download our Workshop FAQ and application form.
General Requirements
Volunteer Fee
All Volunteers of REACH are required to make a compulsory donation of AUD$450 towards our operational costs. These funds are vital in enabling us to pay our staff, and to sustain our programs.
In return you will receive:
• Assistance prior to your arrival
• Discounted rates at our partner hotels
• Comprehensive Volunteer Guidebook
• 1 x Free Airport transfor & town orientation
• Return transfer to school on your first day
• Enjoy daily nutritious meals with the kids
• Ongoing support throughout your stay
If you need any help setting up a fundraising page let us know, we're here to help!
Documentation
All Volunteers of REACH must read, sign and adhere to our
Child Protection Policy
Volunteer Code of Conduct
You must also provide REACH with
• A completed Online Application form
• A current Police Check or a Working with Children check
• A photocopy of your passport
• A copy of your travel arrangements
• Proof of Travel Insurance (once purchased)
REACH Siem Reap reserves the right to remove any volunteers, visitors and staff who act in breach of our policies.