Where There Be Dragons: Cambodia

Examine issues of human rights and international development: engage in the optimism of Cambodian youth, unpack the legacy of the Khmer Rouge, and gain insight into Theravada Buddhism firsthand.

• Catch the sunrise at Angkor Wat before cycling around the temple complex with a guide contemplating ancient Angkorian history.
• Speak with local and international NGO representatives in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap to learn about contemporary issues ranging from: land rights abuses, women’s rights issues, the garment industry, access to education, WASH initiatives, LGBTQIA+ movement, harmful voluntourism, mega-dam developments and more.
• Be welcomed into a lively rural homestay community and spend a week immersing yourself in the daily life and rhythm of your host family.
• Swim in the Andaman Sea while unpacking the grim realities of marine conservation in Southeast Asia.
• Sit with a panel of monks in Battambang to understand the realities of Theravada Buddhism and learn simple insight meditation techniques to bring you to the present moment.