Rem has lived with a disability for over 30 years after stepping on a landmine in the rice fields. Despite using a walking stick, she has worked hard to support her 13 children, especially after her husband’s passing.

Before receiving help from Habitat Cambodia, Rem and her 11 family members lived in a cramped, leaky 4×4 meter hut. Now, in a new, larger home, their quality of life has improved. Rem is thrilled her children and grandchildren have space to sleep comfortably, allowing her to save money on repairs.

Referred to the Tith project by Wind Rock NGO, Rem’s family is classified as ID poor 2.With the funds from Tithe, the family received a brand new house, a toilet innovation, and electricity connection in October 2023. After moving into the new home, she has felt a significant improvement in her well-being. Living in a sturdy house like others in the village has made her happier and she feels safer as the construction is strong enough to protect her and her family from rain and harsh weather. She mentioned, “In the past, whenever it rained, I couldn’t sleep because the house was leaking, and I feared collapsing. So, we all needed to run out to seek a neighbor to sleep. Now I can sleep all night because the construction keeps my family warm and safe.” She also expressed “without the support of this project, I wouldn’t have had the opportunity to build my own house as my income is sometimes not enough for food.”