KER Tola’s story is exemplary. The first beneficiary of Krousar Thmey’s child protection program to pursue a healthcare career, she is studying for a nursing diploma at the Kampong Cham Regional Health Center. Driven by the dream of becoming a midwife in 2027, she works diligently and has been awarded a 100% government scholarship in recognition of her dedication.
Her early life in Siem Reap was marked by hardship. At the age of 12, after her parents separated, she and her sisters found themselves on their own. In 2014, Krousar Thmey offered them stability and hope. Two years later, she returned to the family home in Kampong Cham, where she flourished in a protective environment.
Graduating from high school in 2022, she pursued her passion for healthcare by volunteering at the Tbong Khmum Health Department. There she acquired invaluable skills, from administering serum to supplying oxygen to patients.
With Krousar Thmey’s support, Tola has become independent, learning to manage her responsibilities and express herself with confidence.
“Education is powerful. Even if you fail, dare to move forward,” she confides.
Tola’s story illustrates the power of education and resilience. Thanks to her commitment and the support of Krousar Thmey, she has rewritten her future, proving that with perseverance and solidarity, anything is possible.
