About Us

Background

SILAKA is a non-political, non-sectarian local capacity building organization. SILAKA is registered as a non governmental organization with the Ministry of Interior in January 1997. SILAKA works to strengthen the capacity of local public, private and government institutions through linkage(s), education and training in core skills and concepts (administration, management and finance) as well as participating or developing and implementing projects for the advancement of transparent and accountable organizations and institutions. SILAKA also works on peace and reconciliation as a fundamental step to create an enabling environment for human security and development.

Vision

Cambodians living in a pluralistic and economically developed society that places value on open learning, respect of human rights, gender equality, and self reliance.

Mission

SILAKA has the mission to:

• Prepare Cambodians to establish, organize develop and strengthen organizations and institutions;
• Work with individuals, organizations and institutions actively to promote gender equality and equity in buidling Cambodian society;
• Contribute to peace building in Cambodia, constructive conflict resolution effective problem solving, and gender equality.