School Uniforms and Supplies

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The children in Cambodia may attend government schools free but must provide their own uniforms and supplies.  Many of the Cambodian families cannot afford them.  DJD began providing uniforms and supplies in 2011 for 50 children.  In 2020 this project has grown to providing uniforms and supplies to 3,000 children.

DJD was also able to provide uniforms and supplies for 3,000 children in 2021.  The uniforms and supplies that the children receive support the local economy.  The uniform fabrics are purchased from the local market and uniforms are made by a group of Cambodian women who sew in their homes.  This provides income for the women and uniforms for DJD.  The supplies are also purchased from the local market.  Starting in 2018, DJD partnered with Gideons to provide a Bible for each child.  The cost to provide a uniform and supplies for a child is $12.