My grandmother, Marjorie, was born in Rangoon, Burma. Before World War II, her family was well-to-do, and they lived a good life. But in 1942, her family escaped to India. Although she never returned to Rangoon, my great Uncle did, …
Join Me for an Exciting Purpose and Philanthropy Field Trip to Siem Reap in April 2019!
I am so excited to be able to share an amazing opportunity with you. We are heading to Siem Reap on our inaugural Purpose and Philanthropy Field Trip from the 21st – 27th of April 2019 and YOU ARE INVITED! Imagine heading to Siem Reap for Easter …
Documentaries to watch about Cambodia
Cambodia is a fascinating country. Many who visit fall in love with the luscious green rice fields, the smiles of the local people and the relatively low cost of living. However, there is a sinister side. Take the time to learn …
What to do when it rains in Siem Reap
Cambodia has two seasons; wet season and dry season. The dry season is relatively (emphasis on the relatively) cooler, whereas the wet season is humid with lots of rain and flooding. This shouldn’t deter you from visiting Cambodia during the …
The Love You Give
“I visited Tanzania on a volunteering trip when I was in college, which I really enjoyed at the time, but looking back on it compared to other volunteering trips I’ve had since then, I can see that the trip was …
“I Now Don’t Fear for my Life”
Last month I attended the Ethical Enterprise Awards in Melbourne, as Human and Hope Association Inc were finalists. A transcript of my speech is below. “I now don’t fear for my life.” These words are from our sewing graduate, …
Moving whole families out of poverty
This is the son of Human and Hope Association’s sewing teacher (and former sewing student), Chomrong. I have known him for three years. He was always a very shy child who would detach himself from group situations, and would constantly …
2018 Ethical Christmas Guide
I say it every year, and this year is no different. How is it almost Christmas again?! As always, I am committed to shopping ethically at Christmas, and to encourage others to do the same, I have put together this …
Girls in developing countries don’t need dresses; they need education
A few months back, I received an email from a woman who runs her own charity that provides dresses to girls in developing countries. Heading to Cambodia later this year, she wanted me to suggest an orphanage in Cambodia where …
Blogs and articles on voluntourism you HAVE to read
For those of you who follow my blog (all two of you – hi, Mum and Dad), you will know my stance on voluntourism [short-term volunteering overseas, often for a fee]. I don’t agree with it. As a former voluntourist …