Sponsor Next Steps

Remember that person who helped you take a step towards success? Here’s a chance for you to help an orphaned or abandoned child achieve their dream!

The Next Steps Program ensures that each child Parent-Partnered through Saving Susan Ministry has the opportunity to pursue their next step in education. Each of the children below is enrolled in college or trade school in their home country. They are future Christian leaders in their country of origin.

Click on the profiles below to read more about each student and how you can join us in breaking the cycle of poverty and setting them on the path to successful careers in their vocational callings!

Savaon

English Literature

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  • Enrolled in University to study English Literature and wants to use it to teach some day
  • She is very kind and enjoys spending quality time with people
  • Her favorite subjects are Khmer and science

Sokkhun

Teaching

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  • She is a teaching student in Phnom Penh
  • She enjoys singing, reading, and doing crafts
  • Her favorite subjects are history and math

Soun Mesa

IT - Grad School

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  • He is a studying for a Master's in IT in Phnom Penh
  • He is a natural leader and has a heart for ministry
  • He envisions using his skills to help his church

Sona

Medical School

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  • Enrolled in medical school at International University
  • Has a great sense of humor and is outgoing
  • Wants to give back and serve as a future Doctor

Srey Near

Optometry

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  • Enrolled in Optometry school
  • She enjoys singing and listening to music
  • Her favorite subjects are history and science

Mercy

Accounting

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  • Enrolled at Acleda University of Business in Phnom Penh to study accounting
  • She is shy but with a sweet personality
  • Finished 1st in her high school senior class!

Jelbin

Law School

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  • Enrolled in Law School and has a vision to be the President of Guatemala
  • Speaks excellent English
  • Serves at church and with kids at a local Compassion Program
  • Enjoys mountain biking and spending time with his siblings

Luch

Electrical Engineering

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  • Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering at a university in Phnom Penh

  • He enjoys playing football and helping with church activities

  • He plays several instruments but his favorite is guitar

Miriam

Nursing

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  • Pursuing her RN certification in Zacapa, Guatemala
  • Previously studied cosmetology and works at a Salon in her spare time
  • Enjoys sewing and croceheting
  • Loves serving others in her church and community

Sokkhaem

Accounting

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  • Enrolled at Acleda University of Business in Phnom Penh to study Accounting
  • Has an older sister, Sokkhun, who is also in the Next Steps Program!
  • Wants to make a bright future for herself and to start a family some day!

Sotheara

Nursing

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  • Enrolled in International University in Cambodia to become a Nurse
  • Has a big smile and heart for others
  • Loves worshipping through playing the violin

Mengsue

Veterinary Studies

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  • Enrolled in veterinary school
  • Had the opportunity to study abroad for one year in Israel!
  • Has a heart for serving in church and in Pastor Sihok’s dumpsite ministry
  • Wants to use the training he receives as a vet to serve others and spread the Gospel

Buntheang

Bible College

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  • Enrolled in Bible school
  • Enjoys singing and leading worship
  • He has a passion for spreading The Gospel and wants to become a missionary after graduation

Berta

Teaching

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  • Enrolled in school to get her teaching degree in Guatemala City
  • She has a passion for helping others and working with children

Pov

Medical School

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  • Enrolled in Medical School at the University of Puthisastra
  • Loves to study Math and Science and enjoys learning English
  • Loves playing the saxophone in his spare time