Our Facilitators

Bo Srey Net

Chan Viracbuth

Chan Viracbuth is a second-year undergraduate student pursuing dual majors in English for Communication and Transportation Engineering at Western University and TECHO SEN Institute of Public Works. He is passionate about leveraging his skills to tackle real-world challenges and is interested in technology, communication, and infrastructure development. He looks forward to building networks, supporting innovative ICT and digital transformation initiatives, and gaining practical experience volunteering at Cambodia ICT Camp 2024.

Duk Pagnarith

Heng Tramit

Tramit is currently a senior majoring in Computer Science at Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology and a sophomore majoring in Business English Communication at The University of Cambodia. He considers himself a determined individual with a strong work ethic, constantly driven to expand his knowledge. He is known for his persistence and commitment to completing tasks and achieving his goals. When faced with challenges, he always strives to give his absolute best to ensure successful outcomes. Through Cambodia ICT Camp 2024, he hopes to increase his awareness on emerging technology trends and develop himself both personally and professionally.

Hongchhay Chheng

Hongchhay is a fifth-year student in the faculty of Geo-resources and Geotechnical Engineering at Institute of Technology of Cambodia. He is really excited to be his first volunteer in ICT Camp.

Huot Wattra

My name is Huot Wattra, a third year International Relations student at IISPP. Volunteering for the Cambodia ICT Camp 2024 presents a heartfelt opportunity to enhance my understanding of data literacy while confronting the real challenges that many individuals, especially women, encounter in the digital realm. Issues like gender-based harassment, hate speech, and victim-blaming are critical concerns that deserve our attention and compassion. I am eager to learn from innovative solutions and gain valuable insights that can drive meaningful change for women in the digital landscape while enjoying the camp’s collaborative spirit.

Lim Houykea

Lim Houykea is 18 years old. She graduated from high school in November 2023 as a grade A student. She is currently a freshman major in Information and Communication Technology in American University of Phnom Penh, and Institute of Foreign Language Department of English. She’s out-going, free-spirited, friendly, and sociable. She has joined a competition called Youth to Business as a top 10 youth entrepreneur. She has experience with the Spring internship program as a leader of the group. She is passionate with technology, and she would whole-heartly put her effort as Cambodia ICT Camp volunteer.

Loeun Monirath

Monirath is a third-year Digital Business student at the Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology. She has been interested in blog post writing because she enjoys writing, and it aligns with my career goals. She is excited to gain valuable new experiences as a blog post writer and to connect with incredible individuals from different backgrounds. She is thrilled to be a part of this event, and even though this is my first time volunteering at the Cambodia ICT Camp and my first experience as a blog post writer, she will do my best to deliver good results.

Phat Sothan

Sothan is a recent graduate from the Institute of Foreign Languages, majoring in Professional Communication. He is deeply passionate about the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and is dedicated to driving positive change in his community. Sothan’s commitment stems from extensive experience working with diverse communities, where he has witnessed the immense potential of youth in fostering development. His involvement in initiatives such as ICT Camp 2024 highlights his belief in the power of digital literacy and youth engagement. As a volunteer at ICT Camp 2024, Sothan is excited to contribute his skills and enthusiasm while gaining invaluable experience. He looks forward to collaborating with the team and learning valuable lessons that will enhance his personal and professional growth.

Phok Keomonnyratanak

Sam Lucky

Lucky is a 19-year-old sophomore, majoring in Computer Science at the Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology. Residing in Russey Keo District, he is passionate about contributing my time and skills to meaningful initiatives. With a strong sense of responsibility and dedication, he believes that volunteering will allow him to make a positive impact while gaining valuable experience.

Sat Panha

Panha is a student at Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology with a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science specialized in Software Engineering. He would love to cooperate in a team environment and communicate with people to build connections. In Cambodia ICT camp, he would like to build more networks with people who are from Mekong’s countries and our volunteers. He is looking forward to working with all of our volunteers and speakers. He expect Cambodia ICT camp will be one of the best in my volunteer experience ever.

Sek Visal

As a Management of Information Systems student at Paragon International University, Visal is passionate about exploring the intersection of technology and policy, particularly its impact on youth. Volunteering at the ICT Camp in Siem Reap presents an exciting opportunity to gain practical experience in a professional setting while immersing myself in a different city and its culture. He beleives that this experience will be invaluable for his personal growth and professional aspirations in the ICT sector.

Ven Chanreaksmey

Reaksmey is a sophomore majoring in Digital Business specialized in e-commerce at Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology. She’s thrilled to be a part of ICT Camp Cambodia 2024 as a volunteer. She hopes to learn new skills, exchange ideas, and collaborate with others during this exciting experience. She’s committed to contributing her best and making the most out of this amazing opportunity.

Vong Sokagna

Kagna is currently a junior majoring in International Relations at Paragon International University. She is excited and honored to be a part of the volunteer team for ICT Camp 2024. She looks forward to contributing my skills and learning from this incredible experience while working with other.

Chy Sophat
Lead Organizer & Digital Content Creator
Barcamp Cambodia

Chy Sophat is the lead organizer of Barcamp Cambodia and a digital content creator in Cambodia. He has been organizing and contributing to many technological events for over 10 years. Besides, he has been creating content on digital platforms relating to digital literacy and internet safety. 

Dr. James Gomez
Regional Director
Asia Centre

Dr. James Gomez is the Regional Director of Asia Centre, a civil society research institute with Special Consultative Status with UN ECOSOC. Dr. Gomez is a highly qualified communications expert with over 30 years of international experience working for international NGOs, intergovernmental organizations, public and private universities, research institutes and think tanks. At Asia Centre, he is leading the efforts to make the Centre and its programming AI-ready and ensure its projects consider the impact of other technological developments. Specific initiatives Dr. Gomez is advising include: a digital transformation project to integrate AI tools into the Centre’s operations; policy research to help stakeholders track and positively influence AI legislation; addressing implications of technological developments for digital security; and planning for Asia Centre’s 2025 conference “AI and Governance in Asia: Civil Society, Democracy and Media,” scheduled for 20-22 August 2025.

Elizabeth Yen Tzu Liew
Graduate Degree
East West Centre

Ms. Elizabeth (Liz) Yen Tzu Liew is an East West Centre Graduate Degree Fellow pursuing a Masters in Asian International Affairs at the University of Hawai’i at Manoa. She holds a double major in Journalism and Public Relations from Curtin University of Technology in Perth.  

Her research interest is China’s soft power in the Asia-Pacific region, and the interplay of soft diplomacy in the overall U.S-China landscape. Liz aspires to be a geopolitical strategist specialising in soft power engagements across public-private-nonprofit sectors. Given the global systemic underrepresentation of women in leadership positions of foreign policy, part of her vision is also to increase gender representation in the field.   

She currently serves as Philanthropic Funds Advisor for the Asian Venture Philanthropy Network and Advisory Board Member for the Cambodian ICT & Digital Forum, a brainchild of Open Development Cambodia. 

Mao Map
Executive Director
Klahaan

Mao Map, the Executive Director of Klahaan (meaning ‘brave’ in Khmer), is a women human rights defender dedicated to advancing women’s rights in Cambodia. At Klahaan, she plays a pivotal role as an intersectional feminist, trainer/facilitator, gender advocate, and ally to LGBTIQ+ activists, indigenous women and other marginalised women. Her work strengthens the human rights movement through technical support and initiatives that empower women in all their diversity.  

Map leads a team of young and creative feminists, with whom she develops and implements impactful programs such as participatory action research, digital campaigns to shift attitudes and behaviours, and youth engagement projects on gender-based violence (GBV), sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR), and bodily autonomy. Her advocacy extends to international platforms, including CEDAW monitoring and Universal Periodic Reviews (UPRs) and her participation to the US State Department’ International Visitor Leadership Program focussing on investigating and prosecuting cases of human rights violation.  

Before her tenure at Klahaan, she used to work with the Cambodian Human Rights and Development Association (ADHOC) for 17 years, where she held different roles. She graduated with bachelor’s degrees in Law from the Royal University of Law and Economics and in Information of Technology from the Walan University, both in Cambodia. 

Puangchomphu (Rammuang) Suwansirisilp
Director
Social Technology Institute (STI)

Puangchomphu​ (Rammuang)​ Suwansirisilp​ is​ the​ Director​ at​ the​ Social​ Technology​ Institute​ (STI),​ a​ non-profit​ organization​ focusing​ on​ using​ technology​ to​ support​ social​ innovation​ and​ promote​ civic​ technology.​ She​ has​ had​ experience​ in​ leading​ the​ Mekong​ ICT​ Camp​ from​ 2008​ to​ recently,​ specifically​ working​ to​ organize​ the​ regional​ workshop​ on​ ICT​ and​ digital​ technology​ capacity-building​ for​ NGOs​ in​ the​ Mekong​ sub-region.​ She​ holds​ a​ Master’s degree in Public​ in​ Public​ and​ Private​ Management​ from​ the​ Graduate​ School​ of​ Public​ Administration​ at​ the​ National​ Institute​ of​ Development​ Administration​ (NIDA),​ Thailand.​

Ngeth Moses
Digital Security Consultant

Ngeth Moses is a digital security consultant. He has have experience working with Cambodian CSOs focused on advocacy, legal education, and human and labor rights and digital rights. 

Ngeth Moses served as a media and communication coordinator and ICT project manager from 2008-2018 and later as a digital security expert 2018 – 2020. Over the last two years, he has worked on multiple digital security projects as a private consultant. Ngeth Moses is also the co-founder of “Open Cyber Talk,” a digital rights event promoting digital safety and security practices among young Cambodians. His expertise and experience in digital security spans over a decade and includes projects such as Human Rights Defenders in the Cyber-Age, combating CYBER-CENSORSHIP and promoting internet access, digital and psychosocial protection, and strengthening the digital security capacity of local CSOs. 

Nop Vy
Executive Director and Co-Founder
Cambodian Journalists Alliance Association (CamboJA)

Nop Vy is the Executive Director and one of the founding members of the Cambodian Journalists Alliance Association (CamboJA). Prior to this, he was CamboJA’s board director while serving as a Media Director at Cambodian Center for Independent Media (CCIM). Since 2001, Nop Vy has worked as a social worker, news reporter, editor, and editor-in-chief. He holds a bachelor’s degree in law and a master’s degree in private law from the Royal University of Law and Economy in Phnom Penh and an associate degree in journalism from the Royal University of Phnom Penh. 

Sar Mory
Programme Coordinator
DanChurchAid (DCA) in Cambodia

Sar Mory is a Programme Coordinator for DanChurchAid (DCA) in Cambodia. He is responsible for youth engagement, digital rights, legal compliance, and grants management under the Fight Extreme Inequality Programme in DCA, including related ICT/digital rights projects.

Prior to joining DCA, Mory has more than 10 years of experience working for non-profit organizations and the development sector. He has extensive experience in empowering youth, human rights education, campaigning/awareness on human rights and digital rights, policy advocacy, and capacity building on legal frameworks for CSOs.

Mory is a co-founder of the Cambodian Youth Network (CYN), which is a youth member-based organization working on youth empowerment, civic education, and youth participation in social actions. During his time at CYN, he co-founded Open Cyber Talk, an ICT forum/event aimed at educating and increasing awareness among young Cambodian netizens about internet rights, digital security, and how to utilize ICT tools to promote freedom of expression online.

Sreng Saren
Digital Security Consultant

Sreng Saren has been a digital security consultant since 2018, providing digital security training, consultation, and technical support to civil society organizations in Cambodia. He also contributes to DigitalHub101, a Khmer-language platform offering cybersecurity resources and practical guidelines to enhance digital security literacy in response to the growing digital threats in Cambodia.