Miss Von Makara,a 21-year-old resident of Neang La Or village, Triel commune, Tangkok district, Kampong Thom province, has a remarkable success story to share. Born to farmer parents, her father named So Phon and her mother named Mey Phea, Maraka faced challenges but she managed to overcome them through her determination and hard work. In 2014 Maraka began attending English and computer training with iOSS. However, in 2019, she made the difficult decision to pause her English learning with iOSS due to time management issues and her focuses on preparing for the grade 12 exams in high school. She completed high school in 2019 and decided to look for a job to improve her family situation. Maraka joined a private company in mid-2022. She initially started as an office assistant but later progressed to a Public Relations Officer, reflecting her personal and professional growth. Maraka won a grant of 50% scholarship for a Bachelor's degree programme from the International University of Phnom Penh. At present, she works during the day time and studies in the evening class. She is studying in the third year of her Bachelor’s programme in International Relations. During the interview (dated 15th February 2024), she expressed her gratitude towards Go Ahead!, stating that her current job and income were possible because of the English and computer skills she acquired from the iOSS. She expressed her thankfulness to her professional teachers and the effective teaching methods employed by Go Ahead!. She added that the school encouraged her to take on the role of a meeting coordinator (MC) for events, allowing her to develop leadership skills and improve her public speaking abilities. Furthermore, despite gaining knowledge in English and computer skills, she also developed a more confident attitude, emphasising the importance of hygiene, a clean environment, and moral values in her personal and professional life. At the end of the interview, Maraka highlighted the significance of practising English conversation in class, which greatly enhanced her listening and speaking skills. She suggested that Go Ahead! could further improve by providing native English speakers as teachers, as this would allow students to familiarise themselves with the intonation and accents of native speakers.

Reference: Vanly Virya and Vong Thavy (7th March 2024). Case study: SUCCESS STORY #2 Outcome Survey Report iHerb Open Space Schools of the Go Ahead! in Cambodia Page: 23

Mr Lach Vuthy, age 21, is a former student and alumnus of the Go Ahead’s. iHerb Open Space School (iOSS). Hailing from Kam Nhath village, Triel commune, Tangkok district, in Kampong Thom province, Vuthy faced financial challenges within his family. His father, Yim Lin, and his mother, Ngin Na, provided support and encouragement throughout his educational pursuit. In 2015, Vuthy enrolled in the English and computer programmes at Go Ahead!, where he displayed exceptional dedication and commitment. His unwavering passion for knowledge led him to complete his English studies, reaching level 5 in 2021, upon graduating from high school. Recognising his potential, Go Ahead! collaborated to offer Vuthy a full scholarship from PNC - Passerelles Numériques Cambodia. This opportunity allowed him to delve into the field of information technology, specialising in coding, web design, and networking. Vuthy's enthusiasm for learning English and computer skills was evident during his time at the iOSS. Motivated to expand his horizons, he embarked on a two-year IT course at PNC school, completing it by the end of 2023. Subsequently, Vuthy secured a position as an IT officer at a private company in Phnom Penh, where he now enjoys a steady monthly income. Driven by his aspirations to become an IT specialist, Vuthy has set his sights on continuing his education for another two years to obtain a bachelor's degree in IT. He acknowledges that his current employment provides him with the necessary financial means to pursue further studies while working to achieve his long-term career objectives. During an interview (dated 15 February 2024), Vuthy recognised that without the Go Ahead! education programmes, he would not have undergone such a transformative experience. He expressed significant value on the iOSS of English and Computer programmes. He voiced deep gratitude towards his exceptional teachers and the opportunity to attend a tuition-free institution. The guidance and advice, from the teachers, have not only enhanced his knowledge of English and computer proficiency but have also instilled in him positive attitudes, moral values, and self-pride.

Reference: Vanly Virya and Vong Thavy (7th March 2024). Case study: SUCCESS STORY #1 Outcome Survey Report iHerb Open Space Schools of the Go Ahead! in Cambodia Page: 4.