Siem Reap Tourism Club Update

The Siem Reap Tourism Club (STC) has launched several new initiatives aimed at promoting tourism and supporting the local community in the area.

The STC has successfully implemented various projects, including a charity event that raised funds for the Angkor Hospital for Children, a cross-border motor ride from Thailand to Cambodia, and support for the ULS on We Love Siem Reap Campaign. This campaign encourages individuals to share their love for Siem Reap by taking picture posts and winning prizes. Additionally, the organisation has conducted capability training programs and signed memorandums of understanding with Destination Mekong as a strategic partner for destination promotion and Satapana Bank for digital and fintech solutions for the tourism industry.

Furthermore, the STC has partnered with Siem Reap Provincial Hall and JICA to develop a digital platform that supports the Smart Tourism initiative. This platform will connect tourists with local businesses and attractions while providing information on sustainable tourism practices.

The STC has also launched a pre-employment program to recruit 300 students from low-income families in five remote districts (Chikreng, Kralanh, Angkor Chum, Varin, and Prasat Bakong), starting in April 2023. The program aims to provide training and employment opportunities for local residents, support the development of a skilled tourism workforce, and STC has joined HOKA as one of the speakers to share about tourism skills being essential for life.

“We are thrilled to announce these new initiatives, which demonstrate our commitment to supporting the local community and promoting sustainable tourism in Siem Reap,” said STC’s president. “We look forward to continuing these efforts in the years ahead and working with our partners and stakeholders.”

For more information on Siem Reap Tourism Club’s initiatives and programs, please visit their website at [www.siemreaptourismclub.com]

A Community-Building Trade Fair

KINGDOM TALENT FESTIVAL – 20-21st of May

This trade fair features talent from a wide range of Khmer professionals — from the medical field to hospitality, artisans to martial arts, and beyond. Each participant creates a display of their work and shares their passion and stories as community visitors explore, ask questions, get inspired, and discover new interests.

THE MISSION

To offer Khmer professionals a platform to inspire others with their stories and skills, to build professional pride, and to expand business exposure.

To inspire and expand the community’s minds for what is possible in existing trades in Cambodia, as well as plant seeds for new possibilities.

The event will be hosted by Satcha, the first Cambodian Handicrafts Incubation Center based in Siem Reap.  The beautiful gardens of Satcha are set around numerous artisan workshops. Winding through the unique space, and the tranquil gardens, a total of 30 different professionals will display their work and share their passions during the festival. Satcha has a shared interest in developing the Cambodian entrepreneur and offering empowerment to successfully pursue their passions.

This event is co-organized with Creation Haus, a graphic design studio and source of design training and workshops in Siem Reap, with a passion for sparking creativity and talent discovery. This event partnership with Satcha, their artisan entrepreneurs, and the guidance of multiple experienced community members has made this festival of opportunity a reality.

If you want to sponsor this event, please contact CHRISTIE PINK Event Founder, Kingdom Talent Festival Director, Creation Haus Email: ktfcambodia@gmail.com Whatsapp: +855 10691392