Mentoring Program

(Batch 1: April 21th, 2024-July 6th, 2024)

1. Description of Program

This proposed project is a platform where mentors and mentees are connected via meaningful
discussion and sharing of the topics such as skills in reading book, managing the stress and
maintaining high study performance in the university. We are inspired by the idea of "adding
moral values to others,” initiated by Dr. Kol Pheng, the founder of Paññāsāstra University of
Cambodia (PUC). We highly expect that by engaging these two groups in conversation with each
other, they will construct meaningful lessons, skills, and ultimately, a network of young leaders.

Mentors are referring to seniors, graduates, or those who are currently employed in both public
and privates sectors. They possess some level of professional experience, as well as a kind heart
that is willing to share their knowledge with the next generation of leaders.

Mentees are students enrolled in secondary school, high school, or university. They are
individuals who wish to expand their horizons or seek support in terms of motivation, personal
growth, and leadership development.

The program will be opened for registration via online for a certain period of time for both
mentors and mentees. People from both public and private sectors can apply for this training
program. Mentees must be between 16 years old to 25 years old and mentors must be between 23
years old to 40 years old. This training will be conducted in both Khmer and English language.

The announcement of the registration will be made publicly through the official Facebook page
of Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia, AmCam Exchange, and Life Sciences Learning Center.

Throughout the process, the program will select 15 mentors and 30 mentees. Participants will be
matched based on their expertise and work setting(s). The program will be highly flexible
regarding these arrangements to ensure the best match so that mentors and mentees can make the
most of this unique collaborative experience.
2. Objectives

● PUC-LSLC and AmCam Exchange working as a connection hub between the mentors
and mentees for meeting and sharing
● Establishing mutual respect and understanding between the mentors and mentees
● Allowing seniors and fresh graduated students to learn to put their knowledge into
practice while interacting with the mentees
● Helping those who need support in the realms of mental health, leadership, academic
study, career paths, etc.
● Developing the critical thinking and leadership skills of a generation of young
Cambodians through conversation and storytelling

3. Training Schedule

A meeting between the mentor and mentee will occur once in every two weeks during April 6th
to July 6th, 2024. The meeting will take place either in-person or online (see timeframe below).
There will be 7 meetings in total. However, to ensure high quality outcomes and productive
training, we encourage both mentors and mentees to schedule any additional meetings
beforehand. We advise that they meet each other at least once a week. The format of the meeting
can be in-person or online, depending on the availability, commitment, and preferences of the
individuals involved.

It is important to note that any meetings outside of the 4 trainings mentioned in the timeframe
below shall not be the responsibility of this mentoring program. Be sure to follow and abide by
the Cambodian and international human rights laws.

A. Schedule and Timeline

This mentoring program will start on April 6th, 2024 and end on July 6th, 2024. After a feedback
session and the distribution of certificates of appreciation, there will be an official closing
ceremony. Although the program may come to an end, both the mentor and mentee can stay in
contact with each other for as long as they wish.
 B. Timeframe

Day Time Activity Meeting Format

1st Training:

April 21th, 2024 1:00pm-4:00pm Opening/Listening In-Person

and Trust Building

2nd Training:

April 27th, 2024 1:00pm-4:00pm Feedback and Coaching In-Person

3rd Training:

May 11th, 2024 1:00pm-4:00pm Follow-up session Online

4th Training:

May 25th, 2024 1:00pm-4:00pm Critical Thinking In-Person

and Problem Solving

5th Training:

June 15th, 2024 1:00pm-4:00pm Follow-up session Online

6th Training:

June 29th, 2024 1:00pm-4:00pm Leadership Development 4.0 Online

7th Training:

July 6th, 2024 1:00pm-4:00pm Closing and Evaluation In-Person

C. Venue

EXCHANGE SQUARE, Preah Moha Ksatreiyani Kossamak Ave (106), Phnom Penh,
Cambodia, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Email: amcamexchange@gmail.com

Tel.: 010-502-121
4. Benefits

The program will be offered free of charge. The program will be conducted by the Life Sciences
Learning Center, Faculty of Education, Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia. Refreshments and
coffee will be provided during all four sessions of the in-person training series.

A. Mentees
● The mentee will attend a series of lectures/presentations by experts in their respected
fields. These events will be followed by activities and discussion.
● Mentees will be assigned to mentors according to their specialization and the fields they
wish to receive support. The mentee will sharpen their knowledge and skills, enabling
them to set and achieve better goals in life.
● Upon the successful completion of this training program, each mentee will be awarded a
certificate of completion/recognition and one T-shirt with the PUC and AmCam
Exchange logos.

B. Mentors
● Mentors will enjoy the opportunity to apply their knowledge in practice and strengthen
both their professional skills and leadership skills.
● This program will boost the networks among people with diverse backgrounds; it is the
best time for young Cambodians to engage with said networks.
● Each mentor will be awarded a certificate of appreciation and one T-shirt with the PUC
and AmCam Exchange logos on it after they successfully complete their mentorship
period.

5. List of topics to be covered

● Skills in reading book

● Managing stress and staying fit
● Maintaining a high academic performance (GPA)
● Scholarships and tips
● Improving English language skills in speaking, writing, listening, and reading
● Creative content creator
● Copywriting
● Writing CV and cover letter
● Leadership skills and personal empowerment
● Researching tools and tips
6. Contact Us

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Ken Horn, full-time academic
instructor at the Faculty of Education and a Coordinator at the Life Sciences Learning Center
(PUC-LSLC).

Address: No. 89, Street 313 Boeung Kak II, Cambodia, 73b Street 313, Phnom Penh

Email: horn_ken@puc.edu.kh

Tel.: +855-98-707063

7. Budget for Funding

A. This project is funded by:

1. Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia, in terms of T-shirt production, project leader, guest

speakers, and administrative work.
2. AmCam Exchange, in terms of guest speakers, logistics, and refreshments.

B. Estimated number of participants:

● Mentors: 15 (aged from 23-40 years old)

● Mentees: 30 (aged from 16-25 years old)
● Volunteers: 3

Total: 48 participants

C. Venue: AmCam Exchange

AmCam Exchange is a joint project between the US Embassy and Paññāsāstra University of
Cambodia (PUC), while the Life Sciences Learning Center is a part of the Faculty of
Education at PUC. We will be co-hosting this training series for free of charge.

D. Guest Speaker and Trainers

This program is conducted under the PUC-LSLC and PUC-LSLC, which will be responsible
for inviting and taking care of the guest speakers, trainers, and relevant expenditure.

E. Funding for Mentors/Mentees T-Shirt

The cost of the T-Shirts will be covered by PUC.
F. Request for Funding from AmCam Exchange Center

1. Refreshments and Coffee

60 USD per training
Total: 60 USD x 4 trainings = 240 USD

2. Gift and Certificate of Appreciation/Recognition

Gifts and certificates for mentors, mentees and guest speakers = 200 USD

3. Volunteers
Meal and transportation will be offered to the 3 volunteers
5 USD will be given to each volunteer at each training
Total: 5 USD x 3 people x 4 trainings = 60 USD
Total: 240 USD + 200 USD + 60 USD = 500 USD
 Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia
Sila Samādhi and Paññā

Proposal

Dear Bong Kol Pheng Vaddhana,

I’m writing to request your support and funding the program called “1st Batch Mentoring
Program” run by Life Sciences Learning Center (LSLC) and co-hosted by the AmCam
Exchange. As a member of the LSLC, I am tasked to initiated project and training both for profit
and profit in order to branding as well making LSLC one of the leading training centers for
students and in-service personnel in Cambodia.

Objective : Printing 60 T-shirts for participants and trainers in the mentoring program

Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia (PUC) and LSLC are committed to providing students and
the customers a professional development and training both inside and outside the PUC. While
we recognize that our current activities under the LSLC are limited, we are proposing to run a
mentoring program for the upcoming Semester II April - July 2024 with about 60 participants
and volunteers and that requires us to print 60 T-shirts within a limited budget of USD 300.

(1) See attached file below for a printing fee.

This mentoring program is a platform where mentors and mentees are connected via meaningful
discussion and sharing of the topics such as skills in reading book, managing the stress and
maintaining high study performance in the university. We are inspired by the idea of "adding
moral values to others,” initiated by Dr. Kol Pheng, the founder of Paññāsāstra University of
Cambodia (PUC). We highly expect that by engaging these two groups in conversation with each
other, they will construct meaningful lessons, skills, and ultimately, a network of young leaders.
We believe that this program will boost our LSLC’s branding awareness and increase our
presence vividly among our targeted customers both in physical and digital image. And those in-
service personnel who are in need for professional training and short courses will learn that we,
the LSLC, is the right center for training that they are looking for.

Phnom Penh, February 26, 2024

Prepared by

Ven. Penh Vibol, Ph.D.

Dean of Faculty of Education

Phnom Penh, ......................, 2024

Approved by

Kol Pheng Vaddhana

Chief Operating Officer of PUC