Here are some organizations aligned with Sak Saum that are working for solutions:
Sak Saum :: Located in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Sak Saum is dedicated to the rescue, restoration, transformation and rehabilitation of survivors of human trafficking.(www.saksaum.com)
Love 146 :: Specifically focuses on raising awareness and fighting against child sex trafficking. Sak Saum has partnered with Love 146 at several events through the sale of our products. Part of our proceeds go back to their work. (www.love146.org)
IronWorks :: A local school training disadvantaged young men in the artistry of metal fabrication. We currently have two men studying in their program. (www.ironworkscambodia.com)
Abi Ferrin :: Abi is an established designer in the fashion world and a long-time friend of Sak Saum. We have collaborated with Abi on several products. (www.abiferrin.com)
Messenger International :: John and Lisa Bevere’s organization, Messenger and its outreach arm, Pearl Alliance, have helped fund several strategic projects for Sak Saum and In His Steps International. (http://www.messengerinternational.org)
Mother’s Heart :: Provides crisis pregnancy counseling and support to mothers facing unplanned or unwanted pregnancies. Mother’s Heart has referred several young moms to Sak Saum and they and their babies are now a part of our ministry. (http://www.mothersheart-cambodia.org)
International Justice Mission (IJM) :: Well-known in the social justice world, IJM advocates for justice issues around the globe, including Cambodia. We have worked with them on several occasions regarding referrals to Sak Saum. (http://www.ijm.org)
Chab Dai :: A collective group of NGOs and individuals working to end sexual abuse and trafficking. Chab Dai provides resources and teaching opportunities within Cambodia. (http://www.chabdai.org)
Precious Women :: Focuses on outreach to women working in karaoke bars to provide them with hope of a different life and opportunities to receive vocational training and counseling. (www.preciousministry.org)
SISHA :: Provides legal and investigative support to anti-trafficking organizations. (www.sisha.org)
Ministry of Social Affairs :: A branch of the Cambodian government, MOSA works closely with all NGOs and provides oversight in a variety of areas. Sak Saum works with the local government and believes in honoring and following the necessary legal requirements to work in Cambodia. (www.mosvy.gov.kh)
Licadho :: An NGO working to protect and promote civil, political, economic and social rights. Licadho has helped Sak Saum with legal counsel regarding sensitive, trafficking-related situations before. (www.licadho-cambodia.org)
Empower :: Located in Australia, they come alongside Christian organizations working in developing countries to provide support and resources. They are a wonderful wholesale client and partner of Sak Saum. They also helped us build our community house. (www.empower.org.au)
Artisans Association of Cambodia (AAC) :: A fair trade association providing commercial and capacity services to social enterprises. Sak Saum practices fair trade and is a member of the association. (www.aac.org.kh)
She’s Worth It :: An organization dedicated to helping grass-roots, anti-trafficking NGOs gain awareness. She’s Worth It also helps these groups fund raise through social media, treasure hunters (individuals fundraising for specific projects) and more. We have three treasure hunters working on behalf of Sak Suam through She’s Worth It. (Sak Saum’s donation page: tinyurl.com/SWI-SakSaum)
Remember Nhu: Although not directly aligned with Sak Saum, it also has its roots in Cambodia. It is a multi-national organization that focuses on building children’s homes and hiring local people to take care of the poorest children invited to live there. Their goal is to rescue children before they are sold as sex slaves. (www.remembernhu.org)
