Neary Khmer, which means Khmer Women, was founded in 1999 to help educate and empower Khmer women in the poorest communities of Siem Reap, Cambodia.  Khmer women are the primary homemakers- meaning they take care of the children and manage the household while their husbands are away at work.  Neary Khmer's education program for women (as well as men) centers on health, nutrition, HIV/AIDS prevention, and livelihood sustainability through different types of microfinancing. 

To create a sustainable community, Neary Khmer employs Village Associates (VAs) who are especially trained by Neary Khmer officers to reach out to the rest of the community.  Over time, VAs become an example for others, leaders, and a support network for the benefit of their communities.  By training and implementing VAs, Neary Khmer can expand to new target villages and help others.