As a part of our community involvement and to celebrate and raise awareness for autism, the Hope kids team participated in the Fun run event organized on 6th April, 2025 in Borey Penh Houth. Hope kids staff participated in the run and also set up a booth to share information about Autism with the participants. Here we share a few moments from the event.

Hope Kids Special Education School Staff Attend the Inaugural Malaysia ABA Conference Hope Kids Special Education School staff recently attended the first Malaysia Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Conference at Sunway University. This prestigious event featured prominent figures in behavior analysis, including Dr. Niel Martin and Dr. William Heward, who shared their expertise on applying behavior analysis to support children with special needs. The conference provided invaluable opportunities for hands-on workshops and collaborative sessions, allowing Hope Kids staff to enhance their skills in behavior assessment, intervention planning, and involving parents. These interactions fostered a spirit of shared learning among professionals from various backgrounds, helping build a supportive community focused on improving education for children with special needs. The insights gained from the conference has enable Hope Kids staff to implement fresh, data-driven strategies in their programs in Cambodia. Their participation reflects a commitment to ongoing professional development and the pursuit of excellence in special education. Overall, the Malaysia ABA Conference marked a significant milestone for Hope Kids Special Education School.

We are thrilled to announce that the Hope Kids Special Education team participated in the 12th National Day for Persons with Autism and Down Syndrome in Cambodia on April 21, 2025! This year, the event was organized by the Ministry of Social Affairs, Veterans and Youth Rehabilitation Office, together with families, advocates, and supporters, to celebrate the incredible abilities of individuals with autism and Down syndrome. Our team enjoyed a fantastic day filled with inspiring performances and a heartfelt speech by His Excellency Chea Somethy, Minister of Social Affairs, Veterans and Youth Rehabilitation, on inclusion and empowerment. At Hope Kids, we believe in creating a community where every child can thrive, and events like these reaffirm our commitment to raising awareness and fostering acceptance for those with diverse abilities. Thank you to everyone who joined us in this wonderful celebration! Let's continue to work together towards a more inclusive society for all.

Hope Kids Special Education School organized a party for all staff, which took place on Sunday, 22nd December for the provincial branches and 29th December 2024, at Hope Kids Special Education School, Stung Meanchey Branch. We thank all the staff for their hard work, especially children with special needs and their parents. Here are some pictures from the activities of the party on that day.

ABA services at Hope Kids We are thrilled to announce the introduction of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services at Hope Kids! 

What is ABA? 

It's a proven method for creating positive behavior change in children with autism and other developmental challenges. At Hope Kids, we understand the unique needs of every child and are committed to providing comprehensive support. Our organization is one of Cambodia's few organizations with certified Behavior Analysis Technicians. We received our training from SEED Services Malaysia, a QABA approved course work provider for ABA. It consisted of 10 weeks of online training and supervision visit of trainers from Malaysia. Our trained professionals will work closely with families to develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each child's specific needs. With ABA services, we aim to enhance communication, social skills, and overall quality of life for all the amazing kids at Hope Kids. Join us in this exciting new chapter as we continue our mission to empower children and families. Contact us today for more information about our ABA services! 

"Hope Kids - where every child's potential is nurtured and celebrated."

Hope Kids Special Education School recently had the privilege of hosting a training session with the team - Ms. Iqra Awan, Ms. Aara & Ms. Indiana Gardiner from City St George’s University of London, focusing on two impactful frameworks for supporting children with special needs.

The session began with an insightful presentation on the SCERTS model, where the trainers highlighted how Social Communication, Emotional Regulation, and Transactional Support come together to create a holistic, child-centred approach for learners with autism and other developmental needs. The discussion provided practical strategies that our educators and therapists can incorporate into their daily sessions to strengthen communication, emotional safety, and supportive learning environments.

This was followed by a practical and interactive session on Intensive Interaction. The trainers demonstrated how this approach helps build early communication skills, shared attention, and meaningful connections with children who have significant communication challenges. Through hands-on examples and guided practice, our team gained a clearer understanding of how to follow the child’s lead, respond to their interests, and create natural opportunities for engagement.

Overall, the training was highly enriching and empowering, equipping the Hope Kids team with evidence-based tools and renewed confidence to enhance the learning experiences of our children.

In supporting children’s learning and development, early understanding plays an important role.
With this belief, Hope Kids Special Education School organized a workshop at Borey Kamkorboun Primary School, Rattanakiri Province, under the theme:
“How to identify early and support children with developmental disorders.”
The workshop was facilitated by our Executive Director of Hope Kids, Mrs. Mam Lay, who shared valuable knowledge and practical experiences with the participants.
The workshop was joined by 12 primary teachers (3 male and 9 female) who actively participated and shared their experiences.
We sincerely thank all the teachers for their dedication and commitment to supporting every child’s development.
Below are some memorable moments from this meaningful workshop. 💙📘

From Chaos to Calm: Understanding and Supporting Your Child's Sensory World 

This November, we held a transformative series of workshops designed to empower parents with insights and strategies for navigating their child's sensory experiences. Led by our talented Program Director, Ranjani Poobalan, we welcomed 38 participants from both our Steung Meanchey and Boeung Snor branches. Together, we explored the complexities of sensory processing and how to foster a supportive environment for our children.

Thank you to everyone who participated and made this event a success! Your commitment to understanding and supporting your child's unique sensory world is truly inspiring. 💜

Swipe through to see moments from our workshop, where collaboration, learning, and community came together.

Hope Kids Special Education School recently organized a training course for private international schools in Banteay Meanchey province on November 29, 2025 under the theme: Applied Behavior Analyze and behavior management with the aim of helping teachers recognize behavioral problem, recognize the function of behavior, and know how to analyze behavior by using the ABC method, especially the strategy for helping children intervention.
This training course is led directly by Ms. Mam Lay, the Executive principal of Hope Special Education School.

The presentation and detailed explanation of effective intervention strategies for children was very important for teachers from 13 international schools. All participants participated in sharing knowledge through questions and answers, had very meaningful and inspiring discussions.

This training course allows us to build better relationships and mutual care, sharing with each other, as well as future collaboration.

Empowering Parents, Empowering Children!

At Hope Kids, we believe that parents are a child’s first and most important teachers. 
Through our parent training sessions, we work hand in hand to help children with special needs thrive — at home and in the community.

On October 25th and 28th, 2025, Mr. Suraj Venugopal, Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathologist at Hope Kids Special Education School, led a hands-on training on “How to Improve a Child’s Language and Communication.”

The sessions were held at our Steung Meanchey and Boeung Snor branches, with 39 and 17 parents and caregivers participating.

Through fun demonstrations and videos, participants learned simple and practical ways to build listening, imitation, and meaningful communication in everyday routines.

It was a wonderful opportunity to share knowledge, connect with families, and grow together — nurturing confident communicators, one word at a time!