Bonnie Cohen - Q & A

Bonnie volunteered at AP in February 2009. She comes from New York (USA) but is currently living in Bali, Indonesia. A fun fact about Bonnie, she is a Rabbi. A close family friend of Nader, Bonnie came to see the inspirational things happening at AP.










How did you find Aziza’s Place?
I learned about AP from Nader Ebrahami, a family friend.

What brings you here? What is you motivation to come?
I had wanted to do some volunteer work with this population for a few years but Nader's being there was my primary motivation.


What are you doing / did you do at AP?
I taught English; and also taught the children how to sew and make a carry bag.

What preconceived ideas of Cambodia did you have before that have been changed since being here?
My daily life as a tourist in Phnom Penh was much more expensive than I expected.

What’s your favorite memory at AP?
Singing with all the children in the courtyard.

What advice would you give to new volunteers?
Bring extra money.

What did you do before coming to AP?
I am a semi-retired teacher.

What are your plans for after AP?
I have returned to Bali, Indonesia where I was working before going to AP.

What is something unique about where you come from? How is it similar or different from Cambodia?
I lived in New York for many years. I guess the biggest difference is the weather and the number of people living on the streets.