Meet Se

Se is building practical bakery experience while strengthening handicraft, traditional and modern music, and independent living skills as he prepares for employment and a more self-reliant future.

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Se wearing a baker’s uniform during bakery training at DYP Cambodia

Current pathway

Bakery & Handicraft

Annual sponsorship
Support Se’s next step

Sponsorship contributes to shared housing, daily living, transport, continued training and regular DYP follow-up during the project year.

826$ of 1,752$
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826$ of 1,752$
7 months to go

Se’s journey

After several years without access to further education or professional training, Se joined the DYP Learning Center and began developing the practical knowledge and confidence needed for a more independent future.

He now specialises in bakery, traditional and modern music, and handicraft. His creativity and practical ability are especially strong in bakery and handicraft, where he continues to improve through regular training and hands-on responsibilities.

Taking greater responsibility

During the Semi-Independent Living Project year, Se’s primary responsibility is working in the bakery. He will also take greater responsibility for his schedule, shared household duties, budgeting, travel and everyday decisions while remaining connected to regular DYP guidance and follow-up.

“Independence truly means self-reliance and the ability to earn a living independently. It involves having professional skills, organising tasks effectively, and taking responsibility for one’s own life.”
Se

Skills Se is developing

His current pathway combines bakery, handicraft, traditional and modern music with practical work habits and the everyday skills needed for employment and independent living.

Bakery

Building hands-on skills in food preparation, baking routines, hygiene, teamwork and everyday bakery operations.

Handicraft

Strengthening creativity, accuracy and practical production skills through handmade items that can contribute to future income.

Traditional & modern music

Developing musical performance, rhythm, teamwork and confidence through traditional and modern music practice.

Work readiness & independent living

Building consistent bakery work habits while practising budgeting, travel, time management, household responsibilities and everyday decision-making.

Se’s future goal

Mek hopes to build a stable and independent future. He is strengthening his bakery, music, and technology skills to prepare for employment, earn an income, and continue developing his abilities.

Build a small bakery and creative livelihood

Use bakery, music and handicraft skills to earn a stable income, take responsibility for daily life and move toward lasting independence.

What sponsorship helps provide

Se plans to build a stable working life through bakery and music. In the longer term, he hopes to operate a small bakery producing pastries and other baked goods, while also creating handicrafts that can be sold to support an independent income.

Shared housing & utilities

A stable community-based living environment where daily responsibilities can be practised.

Food & daily living

Support for meals and essential living needs while students learn to manage a household budget.

Transport & training

Access to vocational practice, education and the community activities required for progress.

Mentoring & follow-up

Regular DYP coaching, monitoring and reflection to strengthen confidence and responsibility.

Help Se take his next step

Your support contributes to one year of practical learning, shared living and regular DYP guidance.