Women Lead Change.
That’s our core belief, and the organizing principle behind all we do.
In our efforts to energize the most powerful force for social and economic advancement in Southeast Asia—through the education, training and creation of a network of the next generation of women leaders.
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Featured Programs
Cambodian Women’s Leadership
We operate two residential leadership centers for young women in Cambodia while they attend university in Phnom Penh.
Featured Programs
ASEAN Summit
Every year, Harpswell organizes a two-week leadership training summit in Penang, Malaysia for accomplished young women, aged 25 to 30, from the ten ASEAN countries across Southeast Asia and Nepal.
Our Stories
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“I want to end structural inequalities so that each and every one of us can live dignified lives.”
— Sujeena Shakya, 2018
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“Education is the only vehicle I see that can help make [a] brighter future a reality.”
— Kaing Menghun, 2011
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“We are a community of women that lifts each other up, encouraging each other in academic pursuits and impact.”
— Gabby Fiore, 2017
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“I am also a citizen of the world...we need to help our global community, especially people in need.”
— Sey Jakkrya, 2022
Harpswell Cambodian Women’s Leadership Program
Impact Metrics
Generational Change
100%
of women in Harpswell’s Cambodian Higher Education program graduate from university. More than 42% complete graduate degrees. Fewer than 10% of their parents received a university degree.
A Sisterhood for Life
98%
of ASEAN Summit participants agree that the connections made with the peers and mentors in their program will help them in their future career and development.
Lifting as We Climb
100%
of current Cambodian Higher Education students say Harpswell has helped them become a leader at school, work or in their communities. 70% of Harpswell alumnae actively mentor other young women.
We’re building a brighter future.
All founded by Harpswell Alumnae. All thriving.
8 Private Companies
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2 NGOs
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4 Social Enterprises
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8 Private Companies + 2 NGOs + 4 Social Enterprises +
The Latest
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Harpswell Welcomes Jacyl Shaw as Executive Director
March 27, 2024 The Harpswell Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Jacyl Shaw as Executive Director.
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Creating Safe Communities
February 19, 2024 Former LR Shalini Ravind shares about creating safe communities for Cambodian youth.
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Welcome the Harpswell Class of 2027!
February 5, 2024
Join us in welcoming the Cambodian Women’s Leadership Class of 2027.
