Ky Lok, Executive Director

Whilst working on the Thai / Khmer border with handicapped people, Ky Lok realised that something needed to be done for the great number of people in Cambodia who were going without the basic support they needed and the affect this was having on wider society. On his return to Battambang, Ky Lok took up a position working with World Vision, an experience that enabled and led him to setup Tean Thor with a specific aim of working in rural communes that other NGOs couldn't reach. As Tean Thor focussed on HIV / AIDS care, Ky Lok believed that affective action against HIV / AIDS could only be achieved through an integrated approach of community outreach programs, relationship building and support for all those affected by HIV / AIDS. For Ky Lok, the most important part of his work is enabling people to fulfil the potential in their lives and is most happy when he sees people overcoming their fear and seeking help.

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Prom Sideth, Finance / Administration Officer

Sideth first came accross Tean Thor when staff came to visit his own village. Having graduated four years ago from University, today he works to ensure the smooth running of Tean Thors projects and support social workers in the field.

Suy Vandy, Social Worker

Having worked with other training organisations is Battambang, Vandy has now been with Tean Thor for over three years helping people to fight AIDS and put them in touch with the support they need.  Everyday, he works with 10-15 people, supplying vital medicines and care whilst educating communities to protect themselves and break down prejudice towards people living with AIDS.

Pov Chhete, Social Worker

As a nurse, Chhete came into contact with people living with AIDS on a regular basis and wanted to do something active about it. Whilst transporting people to hospital and delivering vital support, she puts an emphasis on education and prevention in her work as she sees this as the most effective way to fight the virus.

Proeung Ratha, Social Worker

Ratha began at Tean Thor as a volunteer but has since become an active member of our team. He sees the work of the organisation as vital to people's wellbeing and is proud of the way that AIDS / HIV as been brought out into the open around Battambang.

Lim Genev, Social Worker

Genev worked as an English teacher with young children before recently joining Tean Thor. Beyond the delivery of supplies and support, she uses her experience to talk with children and help them become aware of the issues that affect them. For Genev, the important thing about working for Tean Thor is the creative way they address people's needs, opening doors for them to help themselves and support their families.

Preap Ponloik, Kru Khmer

Producing traditional Cambodian medicines to combat the symptoms of AIDS is an art that Ponloik learnt through his family whilst he was a farmer. Today, he is able to collect the raw materials and produce different medicines depending on each persons needs. Kru Khmer can be used where modern approaches don't work and are also very cheap so can be used by those who would not otherwise be able to afford medicine.

Sareth learnt to sew from his brother over 30 years ago. Today he trains people living with AIDS so that they can generate income to support themselves and their families. This can take up to a year but it is possible to hold classes of 10-15 at a time. Sareth enjoys his work and helping people to develop their capacity and become self sufficient.