By Raksmey Var | Country Representative
In Cambodia, the biggest hindrance to female education is poverty. In addition to having to drop out of school to find work, many girls struggle to find a reliable and safe way of getting to school.
For the young girls who are awarded bicycle scholarships through Lotus Pedals, they would likely not be able to attend school without a bicycle. When girls can stay in school, they have higher earning potential, have children later, and work towards goals and ambitions, ultimately, they go on to benefit themselves and their families.
Vanny is an 11-year-old girl studying in grade 6. Vanny lives with her mother and brother, they made a meager living from farming. However, in late 2022, their home caught fire and they lost all of their possessions, including Vanny's bicycle.
Vanny's mother didn’t have the funds to buy a new bike for her daughter. for some months, Vanny's brother shared his motorbike with her to get to school. She sometimes arrived late, but she managed to attend class every day.
In 2023, Vanny recieved a bicycle through Lotus Pedals. When receiving the bike from Lotus Outreach, she was very happy "This bicycle is a big help for my studies and my family. I will take good care of it and will study hard to become a good teacher to educate the young generations so they won't be trapped in poverty."
Thank you for supporting girls like Vanny in reaching school.
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