Next stop: high school
Our first year group has passed the national Grade 9 leaving exam. A look back, full of pride, with a pupil whose dream is travelling the world.
Hannes Schmid at 80
Photographer, painter, humanitarian: our founder Hannes Schmid has turned 80. A tribute to a man who has spent his whole life looking closer.
Come with us on a journey of discovery
Stories from the campus, the people behind our work, videos and podcasts: there is always something new to discover on our new website.
‘Without change, there can be no improvement.’
Mark Fox is our new headteacher. In an interview, he talks about his start, his priorities and the confidence to delegate responsibility.
Two milestones for our vocational training
Our vocational training has received official state licensing, signed by Cambodia’s Minister of Labour. A milestone that directly benefits people like our carpenter Phoeun Pheu.
Travel to Cambodia for the opening of the new school building
After almost three years of construction, our new school building is finally finished. That calls for a celebration, and guests are more than welcome.
Homemade Campus yoghurt helps to combat calcium deficiency.
As traditional Cambodian diets change, many rural children are missing out on vital calcium. Our answer? Homemade yoghurt, freshly prepared in our canteen kitchen to help build stronger bones.
Vocational training that sets an example
We are very proud of the quality of our vocational training at the Smiling Gecko Campus. Word has spread throughout the country that there is a great deal to learn here.
The sold bride
Thousands of young Cambodian women are sold by their families to single men, both domestically and internationally. SRF reports on this social injustice, with which we are all too familiar.
Last places available on our Cambodia trip
Discover the Smiling Gecko Campus and other NGOs in Cambodia: the FRZ Entrepreneurs’ Trip offers the opportunity this October.