Chariya and Chan
Chariya* and Chan* were both part of the Ratanak Achievement Program (RAP). After experiencing so much pain from the trauma of being sold and trafficked, they are now journeying towards restoration. They are learning how to live independently while pursuing their passions.
Chariya came to RAP at the end of 2015. She discovered a love for food and cooking, and decided to enroll in culinary school. Our staff, much to their delight, helped her prepare for this opportunity and they were able to cook some delicious meals together. We provided career counselling and training for other life skills that would help her succeed in school and her future job. Last summer, Chariya started work as an Assistant Chef at a local restaurant. She has consistently been a model employee and now earns above the average salary in Cambodia!
Chan has been at RAP since the end of April. She wanted to learn how she could change her future. She has been joining our devotion times with other survivors and our \”house moms\” (home advisors) and is interested in exploring who Jesus is. She has also been attending church and joining worship. She started working part-time this summer selling clothes, and now earns a monthly salary. Chan is still discovering what her passions are and what kind of career she would like to work towards. She is exploring freedom and independence on every level.
These stories of transformation, and many more, are only possible because of your support. The Ratanak team is tired but happy after a year of work that has been difficult and rewarding. Please pray for us as we continue to push forward, bringing the gift of God’s hope. Our prayer is that 2018 will be the year of freedom for many. Thanks for journeying with us as we witness God’s transformative work of restoration.
*Ratanak International is committed to empowering and upholding the dignity of those we serve. Names and details have been changed to protect the identities of survivors in our programs.