ALL GOOD THINGS COME IN THREE
Cooks for Books is back again and this time, we'll be learning some classic Cambodian dishes from a long time friend and volunteer of Children's Future, Sopheak Sao.
FRIDAY | AUGUST 12TH| 5:30PM
POSNER CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
1031 E 33RD ST., DENVER, CO 80205
Born and raised in California, Sopheak was always inspired to explore his Khmer-American heritage and visit the village in Cambodia his mother was born and raised in and then escaped from during the Khmer Rouge. After being introduced to Children’s Future, Sopheak wanted to share something close to his heart with the students and established a music program at the Learning Center.
Sopheak’s time in Battambang was not only for volunteering, but also a time for personal exploration by meeting many family members for the first time. After spending time with his grandparents and uncle, Sopheak became a much loved member of the community. Now back in Denver, Sopheak has intentions to go back to Battambang because as the locals say, “Battamband mean dey sauut” - meaning “the dirt is very stick in Battambang” and it is impossible to leave.
Children’s Future provides educational and social work services to 251 students in Battambang, Cambodia. The organization works with a population still traumatized by decades of war and genocide, in an area where children are at risk of malnutrition, exploitation, trafficking and abuse. Through comprehensive well-being, education, and community development programs, Children’s Future gives its students the foundations they need to grow into educated, self-reliant leaders of their community.
Learn more at www.childrensfuture.org.