THE CENTRE OF DOVE BANTEAY PRIEB
The Center of the Dove, or Banteay Prieb as it is known in Khmer, is a training and welcoming place where people disabled by landmines, war, polio, and accidents.  come to  live and tell their own stories. They gather strength and hope from being with one another. As well, they come to learn new skills that enhance their sense of dignity and worth, and provide either a permanent or part
time income generating possibility. Banteay Prieb once housed a communications center, a factory, a prison and  sadly was also the scene.
of a  Khmer Rouge killing field. In 1991, Banteay Prieb was transformed by Jesuit Service Cambodia into the Center of the Dove. Since then, more than 1500 young people have learnt  there Jesuit Service works in partnership with the Royal Government of Cambodia.

The Center offers a one year course in electronics, mechanics, agriculture, sewing, and a two year course in sculpture. Before the technical course begins a three-month intensive program of literacy and numeracy is provided for those who need. Extra curricular activities include sports, dancing, gardening, and libraries. Education on human rights, planning for their future,
and social issues are given.
Community life in the Centre is an important part of our program. We provide accommodation in small houses where groups of students share life and help each other cook, clean, and car for one another. This psycho-social support of peers promotes confidence.