Welcome to Angkor Association for the Disabled

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Written by Angkor Association for the Disabled

Wednesday, 20 July 2011 02:44

Who we are

Mr. SEM Sovantha is the director of AAD. He is a double amputee and a war veteran who has personally experienced the difficulties disabled find on their path and how easy it is to sink deep. In 2003 Mr Sem undertook the challenge to start AAD because he believed that is not only a disabled person need support to find their goal in life but even more his family should be reached a helping hand to find place in society again. We are nonprofit, nonpolitical and nongovernmental organization. We are a group of landmine victims based in Siem Reap, working to help people with disabilities and vulnerable people to improve their families economic towards the end of cycle of poverty caused by landmines and other sections. We do these by providing many projects and activities, leading to a self-sufficient, and healthier life.

What we do

AAD is committed to facilitating the exchange of information and providing services, skill training, education, and income generation among the development community in target area. We aim to strengthen the collective voice of people with disabilities (PWD). AAD embodies the belief that the collective strength of PWD working together can contribute positively to the development of Cambodia. AAD has strong and effective relationships with international and local NGOs and NGO networks. AAD Members united under the roof of AAD enjoy free access to development in Cambodia, advice regarding AAD members practices conducted by AAD.