Cohort 4 of MGA Emerging Leaders Fellowship Travels to Cambodia

The first overseas immersion of Cohort 4 of the MGA Emerging Leaders Fellows took place from September 16 – 25 in Siem Reap, Cambodia.

Over the course of the ten days, the fellows enjoyed a rich tapestry of experiences and spent quality time getting to know one another. From the joy of being welcomed into Pchum Ben – a deeply spiritual festival where Cambodians honour their ancestors through prayers and offerings to monks – to the heartbreak of hearing local speakers talk about Cambodia’s journey to reconciliation after years of civil war and genocide, the immersion was nothing short of profound. The serene grounds of Metta Karuna Reflection Centre, combined with the gracious hospitality of Sr Denise Coghlan rsm and the Jesuit Refugee Service staff, provided the perfect space for deep contemplation and group bonding.

Towards the end of the immersion, the Fellows took part in a webinar to share about their experiences in Siem Reap. A recording of the webinar is available to watch below.

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