Hi! I’m Chhem Thida, 21 years old. I’m studying Bank and Finance at RULE University in PP, for 3rd year. I’m a Finance Coordinator at DOVE currently. I have been working with DOVE since 2017. I started by volunteering as a Program assistant in 2017 and then I also worked as an Admin Part-time staff. Well, I pretty love what I’m doing with DOVE. I have learnt a lots and have improved myself by working with DOVE. I was a formal student at YESIC of DOVE program since I was 17 and I could speak English better and knew how to use a computer at that time. After I graduated from high school in 2016, I started to volunteer with DOVE. I was so grateful with DOVE and my elders here that gave me a chance to know and serve God. I knew God by studied Onyx program and Devotion Meeting with my colleagues. This is how my life flows with DOVE. Lastly, I’m so pleased with my work currently and can’t wait to see the blessing from GOD in our Christianity life.
Justin Van Zee has been serving in Phnom Penh since 2014 with a focus on leadership development. During his time in Cambodia, he has worked inside of a local church, at a Bible college, and in partnership with a number of local and international organizations.
He joined DOVE as a part-time advisor in 2019 to support the Onyx program and to develop Onyx 2. Justin is originally from Iowa in the United States, and he is a staff member of Resonate Global Mission, the mission arm of the Christian Reformed Church and one of DOVE’s partner organizations. Justin notes, “What drew me to DOVE was the Onyx program which is one of the best youth leadership development programs I’ve seen in Cambodia. I love the way that participants are active and engaged in their own learning and growth, and the lessons connect with the real need of young people. It’s a joy for me to partner with DOVE.”
Onyx-2 Opening Retreat at Shalom Valley, Kampot, Feb 2020
Justin and Onyx-2 student Noeut at the Opening Retreat, Kampot, Feb 2020
