Cyclos (pronounced see-cloe) are an integral part of the Phnom Penh landscape. These iconic vehicles, first introduced in 1936, remain one of the best and most economical ways to see the city. Cyclo drivers, however, are among the poorest of the urban poor in Cambodia. The Cyclo Centre is a local NGO providing basic support and social services to the drivers. The exact number of cyclo drivers in Phnom Penh is not known because of the transient nature of the work, but we have nearly 1,400 registered members.
The Cyclo Centre
Who we are
Providing assistance to the urban
poor in Cambodia
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What we do
We provide a place where cyclo drivers can
meet, share ideas and access information and
educational programs as well as a range of
services - all provided free-of-charge -
including washing facilities, medical care,
English language lessons, programs on
work-skills and money management and social
activities.
We organize fundraising cyclo rallies that
stretch from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap,
Kompong Cham and Prey Veng. The events also
aim to raise awareness about the situation
of cyclo drivers, especially in the
provinces, and advocate for issues affecting
them. Partnering with tour companies,
restaurants and bars in Phnom Penh, we also
provide cyclo tours on request with a small
percentage of the fee going to our Centre
for administration.
So the next time you're in Phnom Penh, take
it easy, take a cyclo. Not only will you be
doing yourself a favor, you will be helping
create a better life for cyclo drivers.
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What you can experience
• Take a cyclo tour of Phnom Penh and environs. You can arrange this at
short notice for individuals or groups. You will be silently and
gracefully transported through Phnom Penh's busiest streets and to major
landmarks and points of interest in this vibrant city.
• You can plan your own route or leave it up to us, either way you will
be astonished at the low cost and sheer fun. How about a novelty tour of
nightclubs, restaurants or bars?
• As a non-political and not-for-profit organization, donations help us
to cover operating and programme costs, as well as continue our
activities. For as little as $10, you can help make a difference to
cyclo drivers' lives.
• Contact your hotel, guesthouse or tour operator for more information.
For further information on our activities and how to help us, please
contact us at:
Telephone: (023) 991 178 or 016 785 286
Email: cyclocenter@camintel.com
http://cyclo.org.uk/
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