Soung Seangeay joined the project in 2009. She has six children—four between six and 15 years old, and two more than 15 years old. In the past, because she did not have enough money, the children at best had irregular attendance at school. But now that their mother earns a steady income making carpets, all of the children have the opportunity to go to school full time.
Before joining the project, Soung Seangeay earned $90 per month. Now she earns $117 making carpets. Every month, her family spends more than they earn, but she does not have any outstanding loans.
Similarly to many other families in the project, Soung Seangeay catches stomach illnesses and her children often get fevers. Generally, she purchases medicine from the market store for $0.50, but if they remain unwell, she seeks free treatment at the public hospital. Because of the family’s poor health, Soung Seangeay worries about her children’s future and if she will be able to see them fully educated.
Since joining CfC, Soung Seangeay has more income and most importantly, all of her children are back in school. Even though she faces poor health, she hopes to work harder to earn more money so that she can see her children reach their fullest potential and prevent them from further sickness.
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