DYP Inclusive Café & Bakery

On-campus bread, pastries, desserts, coffee, and drinks, all prepared by students with visual impairments as part of their training at the DYP Learning Center.

Guests enjoy items at DYP and place their voluntary contribution in the on-campus contribution box. No commercial bill or receipt is issued.

Student with visual impairment preparing coffee at the DYP Inclusive Café and Bakery in Cambodia

Bakery - Bread, Pastries & Desserts

Bread & rolls

Everyday loaves and soft rolls prepared by students with clear hygiene routines.

Learners preparing bread and soft rolls using hygienic food handling practices at the DYP Inclusive Café and Bakery in Cambodia

Pastries & desserts

Simple cakes, cookies, and sweet items for visitors and internal events.

Learner with visual impairment baking pastries in an oven during training at the DYP Inclusive Café & Bakery in Siem Reap.

Collaboration with EHT

The bakery is developed with EHT, who provide technical guidance on:

  • Product standards for bread, pastries, and desserts
  • Kitchen safety, hygiene, and quality control
  • Training content adapted for students with visual impairments

This partnership helps students gain bakery skills that can be used in future workplaces.

Beverage - Coffee & Drinks

Service skills

Welcoming guests, offering simple choices, and serving drinks confidently.

Routine & timing

Preparing drinks smoothly and on time for breaks and sessions.

Confidence with people

Building comfort interacting with staff, visitors, and partners at the café.

Hygiene & safety

Clean preparation areas, hand-washing, and safe drink handling.

On-campus coffee & drinks

Learner with visual impairment serving coffee and pastry to a guest during café training at the DYP Learning Center in Siem Reap.

Students practice basic barista skills and service at the DYP Inclusive Café:

  • Hot and iced coffee
  • Tea and simple non-alcoholic drinks
  • Serving drinks for visitors and internal meetings on campus

Training & Impact

The Inclusive Café & Bakery is part of the DYP Learning Center. Training sessions are designed to build practical, real-world experience in a supportive environment.

Structured Practice

Repeated steps & routines help students gain independence and accuracy.

Communication Skills

Serving guests on campus builds confidence and social interaction skills.

Teamwork

Students collaborate in preparation, service, and cleaning routines.

Pathway Forward

Skills support future education, employment, or self-employment goals.

Learner baking fresh bread rolls during vocational training at the DYP Inclusive Café and Bakery in Cambodia
Learners preparing fresh muffins and desserts in a professional kitchen at the DYP Inclusive Café and Bakery in Cambodia

Visit the Inclusive Café & Bakery

The café & bakery are located on the DYP Learning Center campus in Siem Reap. Visitors can see how students practice real work and enjoy items that support their education.

Behind every loaf and cup is a learning journey.

When guests enjoy bread, pastries, desserts, coffee, and drinks at DYP, their contributions in the donation box help fund education, training, and independence for students with visual impairments.