Kingdom of Cambodia
Cambodia empowers its youth through programs that emphasize education, volunteerism, and skill development. Key initiatives include programs that enables young people to develop practical skills through volunteer work, improving employability and contributing to local poverty reduction. Cambodia also collaborates with international organizations to enhance education quality, aiming to provide equal opportunities and reduce dropout rates among youth. Additionally, Cambodia also promotes ICT education and lifelong learning to prepare young Cambodians for a competitive job market and strengthen youth’s economic and social contributions by 2050. Programs also focus on fostering leadership skills and aligning youth activities with sustainable development goals.
Last Updated: February 8, 2025
Kingdom of Cambodia Representative
H.E. Dr. Hang Chuon
Minister of Education, Youth and Sports
Led educational reforms, focusing on curriculum relevance, STEM education, infrastructure development, and preparing youth for a competitive workforce.
H.E. Dr. Hang Chuon Naron, Minister of Education, Youth, and Sport in Cambodia, is known for his pivotal role in reforming Cambodia’s educational system. With a background in economics and public administration, he has been instrumental in implementing the Education, Youth, and Sport Reform Strategy (2018–2023), focusing on expanding educational access, enhancing curriculum relevance, and developing digital education. Under his leadership, the Ministry has promoted STEM education, infrastructure development, and teacher training, aiming to prepare Cambodian youth for a modern workforce. Dr. Naron’s work is aligned with Cambodia’s goal to build a knowledge-based, inclusive, and globally competitive society.
Best Practices from Kingdom of Cambodia
Innovative Solutions in Action
Explore the impactful youth-led initiatives submitted by Kingdom of Cambodia. These Best Practices showcase the country’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and leadership.
National Youth Debate (NYD)
Empowering youth with critical thinking and public speaking skills through structured debate sessions on national and global issues.
“Volunteer for My Community” Program (VMC)
Promoting youth volunteerism to address community needs and foster social responsibility.
National Jamboree of Scout in Cambodia
Bringing together Rover Scouts from across Cambodia for a large-scale event to foster unity, skill-building, and cultural exchange.
