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Kimsru Duth

Princeton Bridge Year On-Site Director, Cambodia

B.A. Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, Asian University for Women, Chittagong, Bangladesh

Kimsru is a dedicated educator and advocate for youth empowerment. With a strong commitment to fostering positive change and creating opportunities for young people, Kimsru has made significant contributions to education and community development over the years.

After earning her Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy, Politics and Economics from Asian University for Women in Chittagong, Bangladesh, Kimsru began her career at PEPY Empowering Youth. Here, she worked tirelessly to support students in rural Siem Reap, near the Thai border, where educational access was limited and dropout rates were high. Through her effort, Kimsru helped connect these students with scholarships and other resources to continue their education, making a lasting impact on their lives and their communities.

Kimsru’s passion for education and youth empowerment led her to pursue further studies in International Development, Environment, and Conflicts in Dublin, Ireland. Equipped with new knowledge and skills, Kimsru returned to Cambodia to continue her work on education and community development.

In addition to her work at PEPY, Kimsru has also been involved with Where There Be Dragons since 2017. She has served as an instructor for summer courses and hosted visits from Dragons participants. Beginning in 2023 she became an on-site director for Princeton’s Novogratz Bridge Year Program in Cambodia. Through her involvement with Dragons, Kimsru has furthered her mission to empower young people to become active, engaged citizens in their communities and beyond.

In recognition of her leadership and dedication to youth empowerment, Kimsru has been selected to participate in various programs, including the Young Southeast Asia Leaders Initiative Program in the USA, the Asia-Pacific Leadership Program on Environment for Sustainable Development in China, and the Girl Rising event in Japan. These experiences have allowed her to engage with other emerging leaders from across Asia, collaborate on solutions to common challenges, and advocate for positive change on a community and global scale.