Cambodian Children's Fund
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| Founded | 2004 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Scott Neeson |
| Type | Non-governmental organization |
| Location | |
Area served | Cambodia |
| Mission | Transforming Cambodia's most impoverished kids into tomorrow's leaders. |
| Website | cambodianchildrensfund.org |
Cambodian Children's Fund (CCF) was founded in 2004 by Scott Neeson to aid children in Steung Meanchey, one of the poorest areas in Cambodia’s capital, Phnom Penh. Initially created to support 45 children in need, CCF now educates over 2,000 children. In addition, it serves 12,000 people in the communities where it works through a range of community outreach, healthcare, childcare and vocational training programs.
Mission
CCF’s mission, as stated on its website, is to “transform the country's most impoverished kids into tomorrow's leaders, by delivering education, family support and community development programs into the heart of Cambodia’s most impoverished communities”.[1]
Health Care
Children are given a complete physical examination, immunizations, dental check and treatment for any pre-existing medical conditions. The Medical Centre provides free to access medical care to anyone in the community. A maternal care program provides support to expecting mothers. By mid 2016, 1000 children have been born through the Maternal Care Program with a maternal death rate which has been reduced from 8 to 0%.
Child Protection Unit
The Child Protection Unit is a joint venture between CCF and the Cambodian National Police that brings child abusers to justice while protecting victims. Since the CPU began operating in July 2013 it has investigated 780 cases of serious child abuse, child rape and homicide, leading to 590 arrests, with almost all resulting in a conviction. In July 2014, it was reported that the CPU was involved in the high profile arrest of a school director accused of giving pedophiles access to children in his care.[2]
World Housing
World Housing is a Canadian-based social venture that "provides homes to families living in slums in the developing world, fostering communities where families can thrive with safety, security, and access to the resources that change lives".[3] CCF is World Housing’s “partner on the ground” in Cambodia.
As at November 2016 over 350 World Housing homes have been built for CCF families within the Steung Meanchey area. Each house is 13m², insulated, solar powered and built raised above the ground in traditional Khmer (Cambodian) style, with a concrete pad below. A CCF family is eligible for a World Housing home provided they show "a commitment to prioritising their children’s education, providing a safe environment for their children to grow up in, free from drugs, alcohol and abuse, and keeping their children out of the workforce."[4]
Awards
In 2007, Quincy Jones awarded CCF founder Scott Neeson the inaugural Harvard School of Public Health “Q Prize” in recognition of his "extraordinary leadership in advocacy for children" through CCF.[5] In the same year, CCF received the Rex Foundation Bill Graham award for creating a sanctuary for Cambodian children to thrive, learn and grow.[6]
Neeson was the recipient of the Ahimsa Award in 2012, presented annually at the House of Commons to an individual who embodies non-violence and compassion.[7]
CCF received a 2012 WISE Award, recognising its transformative impact on education and society.[8] The WISE Awards identify, showcase and promote six innovative educational projects each year.
In 2014, Charity Navigator awarded CCF a perfect “four star” rating for both financial performance and transparency. In 2016 CCF’s overall Charity Navigator rating increased to 100% for accountability and transparency.[9]
In 2016, GreatNonProfits included CCF in their list of "2016 Top Rated Nonprofits".[10]
In 2016, the Variety International Children's Fund named Scott Neeson as the recipient of its annual Humanitarian Award.[11]
External links
- Cambodian Children's Fund
- "Streets With No Names". Australian Broadcasting Corporation, "Australian Story" episode broadcast April 16, 2012
References
- ↑ "The official home of the Cambodian Children's Fund". www.cambodianchildrensfund.org. Retrieved 2016-11-22.
- ↑ Ratana, Uong (2014-07-08). "School boss arrested in sting". Phnom Penh Post. Retrieved 2016-11-22.
- ↑ "World Housing". www.worldhousing.ca. Retrieved 2015-09-01.
- ↑ "World Housing Cambodia | Cambodian Children's Fund". www.cambodianchildrensfund.org. Retrieved 2016-11-22.
- ↑ "Quincy Jones and Harvard School of Public Health Launch Global". Harvard School of Public Health. Retrieved 2016-11-22.
- ↑ "2007 Grants | Rex Foundation". Retrieved 2016-11-22.
- ↑ "10th Annual Ahimsa Day – Ahimsa Award Winner Scott Neeson | Jainpedia Project Blog". Retrieved 2016-11-22.
- ↑ "Cambodian Children's Fund". www.wise-qatar.org. Retrieved 2016-11-22.
- ↑ "Charity Navigator - Rating for Cambodian Children's Fund". Charity Navigator. Retrieved 2016-11-22.
- ↑ "Cambodian Children's Fund nonprofit in Santa Monica, CA | Volunteer, Read Reviews, Donate | GreatNonprofits". greatnonprofits.org. Retrieved 2016-11-23.
- ↑ "CineEurope 2016 to Honor Scott Neeson with the Variety International Children's Fund Humanitarian Award | Variety International". variety.org. Retrieved 2016-11-22.