Society for Community Development in Cambodia (SOFDEC)

The Society for Community Development in Cambodia (SOFDEC) is a Cambodian Non-Governmental Organization, established in 2006 through the localization of HEKS (the Swiss Interchurch Aid) project in Kampong Chhnang province, Cambodia. Since its conception, SOFDEC is dedicating to the improvement of rural livelihoods of Cambodians, especially people in target areas via implementing the integrated community development project focusing chiefly on Food Security and Community Empowerment.

Mission

SOFDEC works in partnership with community based organizations and relevant institutions through integrated community development, research, human resource development, enhancement of family economies, in the hopes to uplift the living standards of the people in the target areas.

Vision

That Cambodian people living in Cambodia live a state of comfort, equality, equity, and have ownership over the sustainable development of their community.

Goal

SOFDEC aims to uplift the living standards of the rural people of Cambodia through the improvement in income generation, sustainable agricultural practices, microfinance, health, human resource development, and sustainable natural resource management.

SOFDEC’s key programs include:

1. Integrated Rural Community Development – Empowering communities through agricultural development, climate resilience initiatives, and value chain improvements.
2. Local Agricultural Research and Extension – Enhancing crop and livestock breeding, including seed production for rice and mung beans.
3. Education Improvement – Supporting schools with study materials, infrastructure development, livelihood programs, and scholarships for higher education.
4. Socio-Economic Research and Consulting – Conducting research and providing consulting services to support sustainable development.