Buddhism For Developement

BFD aims to work with villages and communes to assist development of youth as active and valued members of communities.

• 50% of Cambodia’s population is less than 20 yo. (Est. 2006)

• Informed and engaged youth are integral to the future of peaceful democratic development of Cambodia.
  

It is therefore imperative that efforts are made to support the social and moral development of young people, including training in leadership and self awareness for target groups, and with particular emphasis on improved participation in democratic processes and local governance.

BFD activities include:

Working with Graduates to improve their knowledge and understanding of government and local politics, assisting with internship placements in local commune. Facilitating international linkages to youth political organizations. Peace Development School to train youth in moral and social behaviours.

BFD – Commitment to Youth

Working to Ensure Cambodia’s Future

BFD aims to work with villages and communes to assist development of youth as active and valued members of communities.

• 50% of Cambodia’s population is less than 20 yo. (Est. 2006)
• Informed and engaged youth are integral to the future of peaceful democratic development of Cambodia.

It is therefore imperative that efforts are made to support the social and moral development of young people, including training in leadership and self awareness for target groups, and with particular emphasis on improved participation in democratic processes and local governance.

BFD has worked in close accord with rural Cambodia since 1990. BFD’s extensive experience is highly commended by WB and ILO for best practice in community-based democracy, human rights and health care. BFD works with all of the political spectrum to provide better governance and engagement in political, civil and human rights elements of its development program.