Social Work Student
Sophoan Rim
Advocating for youth mental health and organizing peer counseling groups.
“Empowering communities means listening to their voices and building their capacity.”
Vision
To create a national network of community youth centers offering mental health and career counseling.
Experience
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Caseworker Intern, Pour un Sourire d'Enfant (PSE) (2023)
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Lead Counselor & Resident Advisor, YAD Dormitory (2022 - Present)
My Story
Sophoan grew up in a resettlement community in Phnom Penh. Her personal experiences drove her to study social work, specializing in youth mentorship and community organizing.
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Education
- check_circleB.A. in Social Work (Senior), Royal University of Phnom Penh
- check_circleCrisis Intervention Training, YAD Counselling Center
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Achievements
- starsDeveloped a mental health support group for YAD residential students
- starsRecognized for outstanding youth leadership in Phnom Penh community development (2023)