Our International Service Project (ISP)

Mission: To create change and opportunity for the critically poor families of Siem Reap, Cambodia through the technical talents, values and generosity of the AITC community

The International Service Project (ISP) and the idea of giving back have long been part of the DNA of the AITC. We completed our first project with New Hope in 2013 and have undertaken four more projects since then. AITC staff and selected students, together with skilled tradespeople of all backgrounds, fly to Siem Reap in Cambodia to utilise their skills, passion and enthusiasm to support New Hope Cambodia – a not-for-profit that provides free education, healthcare, and community and crisis care support for preschool-aged children and youth in Siem Reap.

Feedback endorses that it is an experience of a lifetime to travel overseas and give back.

Express your interest for 2024!

We are now accepting expressions of interest from students (Year 11, 2024), to join our ISP in September 2024. Before applying, please read ALL key information below.

Please note, once all expressions of interest have been received, a selection process will take place by school leadership.

Submissions are due by Friday 12 January 2024.

See New Hope Cambodia’s projects and the beautiful country of Cambodia in action.

Watch the Sunrise at Angkor Wat, explore the beauty of Bayon and the world-famous Tah prohm Temple.
Take a classic Khmer boat and experience the magic of the floating villages. Soak up the atmosphere as you float through the Tonle Sap Lake, which is the largest body of water South East Asia.
Heat things up in the kitchen at our New Hope training School House Restaurant.
View past projects from the AITC community in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2023.
Experience a culture and history so rich you’ll never want to leave.
Make a difference.

Dates

September School Holidays 2024
14 September – 29 September
Specific Group Dates are still be confirmed

Approximate Cost

The estimated cost will be $5,000 – $5,500 per person (fundraised by the student).

This includes:

Return airfares and taxes
Accommodation and meals
Cultural activities
Transport in Cambodia
Fundraising requirement to purchase materials for the projects
Cambodian Visa

What do you need?

- Current Passport or ability to obtain one by April 2024 once your selection has been confirmed
- Availability (see dates)
- Willingness to give things a go
- Openness to new experiences

Who can I contact if I have some questions?

Please email us for further information if you have some questions – ISPCambodia@aitc.qld.edu.au

Testimonials

What does the itinerary look like?

A new itinerary is being developed however please review the sample itinerary for 2023 for a guide.

Click here to access the sample itinerary

Major Sponsors

Thank you to our 2023 Major Sponsors, MEGT and Protech, whose donations made a lasting difference to the community in Cambodia. Every dollar given by our sponsors was passed on direct without an admin cost for example, to purchase building supplies to build new resources for those in need.