PUTHI KOMAR ORGANIZATION

Locally Led. Creating Opportunities for Children, Young People and Communities.

Since 2005, PKO has worked with children, young people, schools and communities in Cambodia to strengthen learning, skills, opportunities and community resilience. 

PKO was established in 2005 through the localization of Enfants Réfugiés du Monde and received Ministry of Interior recognition on 1 July 2005.

WHO WE ARE

A Cambodian Organization Rooted in Local Communities

Puthi Komar Organization (PKO) is an independent Cambodian non-profit organization based in Battambang. Established in 2005 through the localization of Enfants Réfugiés du Monde (ERM), PKO builds on experience in education and community-based development that began in Cambodia in 1997. 

Today, PKO works alongside schools, families, communities, government authorities and development partners. Education remains a core area of experience, complemented by youth development, scholarships, digital learning, community development, resilience and livelihoods.

Our program

Building Opportunities Across Learning, Skills and Community Development

Education Support

Strengthening learning opportunities, literacy, inclusive education, teacher capacity and supportive school environments.

Youth, Skills & Scholarships

Supporting young people with leadership, life and employability skills while expanding access to education and scholarship opportunities.

Digital Learning & Future Skills

Helping students, young people and educators build practical digital capabilities and access technology-supported learning. 

Community Resilience & Livelihoods

Working with communities to strengthen participation, resilience, livelihoods and locally driven responses to changing needs.

OUR WORK IN ACTION 

Featured Projects

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Results Grounded in Project Evidence

PKO uses project monitoring, assessments, research and evaluation to understand progress, learn from implementation and strengthen future programming. 

PKO has documented experience with research, monitoring and independent project evaluations, including applied research and external evaluations across different education initiatives.

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Our Direct beneficiaries

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STORIES FROM OUR WORK 

Change Through the Voices and Experiences of People

Saroeun Vichheka: Finding Direction and Confidence for a Better Future

FLC helped Saroeun Vichheka develop computer and soft skills, prepare job applications, and practise interviews. She gained confidence, clearer career goals, and stronger financial management, while continuing to balance her internship and FLC classes.

ICT & Digital Education, Youth Empowerment & Skills

Hou Heng presenting beside a laptop and projected presentation in an FLC classroom.

Hou Heng: From the Edge of Dropping Out to Building a Promising Future

When financial pressures threatened his university studies, Houn Heng received free skills training and employment support through FLC. He secured stable employment, became more confident, and can now support himself while continuing his education.

ICT & Digital Education, Youth Empowerment & Skills

Arth Sophavann: Rediscovering Purpose Through Education and Support

Arth Sophavann regained confidence and direction through FLC training, learning materials, mentorship, and internship opportunities. She developed critical thinking and a clearer career vision, while remaining concerned about future university tuition and her family finances.

ICT & Digital Education, Youth Empowerment & Skills

HOW WE WORK 

Commitments That Guide Our Work

Across our programs, PKO seeks to combine locally grounded implementation with responsible partnerships, inclusion, safeguarding and continuous learning. 

Then your five cross-cutting commitments: 

Child Safeguarding & Inclusion

Promote safe, inclusive participation and protect the dignity and wellbeing of children and participants. 

Gender Equality

Encourage equitable opportunities and participation across our programs and partnerships. 

Community Participation & Local Ownership

Engage schools, families, communities and local stakeholders in understanding needs and shaping sustainable responses. 

Partnership & Local Systems

Work with government authorities, schools, civil society, donors and technical partners rather than working in isolation. 

Evidence, Learning & Accountability

Use monitoring, research, evaluation and reflection to improve program quality and support responsible decision-making. 

WORKING TOGETHER 

Our Partners & Supporters

PKO works with government authorities, schools, communities, donors, civil-society organizations and technical partners to strengthen local implementation, learning and sustainable development. 

PKO's documented field capability includes coordination with provincial and district education authorities, schools, commune authorities, communities and development partners. 

LATEST FROM PKO 

News & Updates

Follow recent project activities, partnerships, events and organizational updates from PKO. 

PKO Provides Emergency Flood Relief to 120 Families

PKO delivered emergency food and essential supplies to 120 flood-affected families across five villages in Ou Dambang I Commune, with generous support from Nick Buckley Wood.

Child & Community Development

New Partnership Expands Scholarships for Students in Need

PKO, Build Bright University’s Battambang Campus and U-GO signed an agreement to provide scholarships, internships, study visits and career-development opportunities for students from low-income families.

Scholarships & Higher Education, Youth Empowerment & Skills

New Partnership Expands Higher-Education Opportunities for Young Women

PKO, the National University of Battambang and U-GO signed an agreement to provide tuition scholarships and educational support to young women in Battambang and surrounding areas.

Scholarships & Higher Education, Youth Empowerment & Skills

WORK WITH PKO 

Together, We Can Expand Opportunities for Children and Young People

Whether through partnership, volunteering or financial support, your engagement can help PKO strengthen learning opportunities and locally led development.