Who is The 2h Project?
The 2h Project is a not for profit Australian aid and advocacy organisation working with local communities overseas to bring help to and build hope for the poor and disadvantaged.

We believe that the ultimate help and hope for humanity is found in the offer of friendship by a loving God through the person of Jesus Christ. Our efforts are inspired by his life.

Our present focus is in the nation of Cambodia, in rural, remote and urban environments covering four broad areas of aid; micro-enterprise, land and housing development, medical initiatives, training and education.

Along with our efforts in Cambodia we give an equal commitment to raising awareness within Australia to the plight of the poor and disadvantaged in order to bring attention and understanding to this developing nation.

Our Values
Partnership – we believe that loving, honest and open friendships form the basis for any ongoing and effective aid and advocacy.

Empowerment – we believe that people need to be enabled and released to help themselves rather than creating a dependence on outsiders.

Sustainability – we believe in investing in projects and people for lasting and continuous returns.

Equality – we believe in helping people of all backgrounds, regardless of age, culture, gender, religious belief or any other distinguishing factor.

Accountability – we believe every human being makes their best contribution when working in the cooperative environment of a caring community.

Holistic Care – we believe that a human life is indivisible and needs to be cared for as such; body, soul and spirit.

Transformation – we believe that changing the world has as much to do with renewing our own hearts and minds as it does with doing something practical “out there”.

Christ Centered – we believe that Jesus Christ gives us the perfect example to follow in our love for ourselves, our fellow man, the world we live in and the God who placed us here.

Our History
What can you possibly do to leave the world a better place? Especially when married and managing a family of three boys.

But for Kate Taylor challenged to be helpful beyond her family the first step was to leave the comforts and the routine of home. A short term visit to Cambodia with a team in 1999 began an ongoing love for the Cambodian people and a commitment to do something to help a nation redeveloping after years of hardship.

Since that initial trip Kate has taken teams to Cambodia each year to help with specific projects, to raise awareness of conditions and adversities facing the local people and to build a network of volunteers, supporters and donors across Australia.

Over the last eight years a wonderful collection of individuals, communities and organisations have carried out the work on the ground full time in Cambodia to bring about positive and lasting change to the lives of so many. It is through these people and agencies that The 2h Project continues to partner, empowering local people who carry vision and leadership for their nation.

Why Cambodia?
Cambodia is home to the Khmer. The Khmer are an ancient people with a rich culture and a proud past. The Khmer empire of old have left reminders of their strength in the region through the temples found in the north-west of the country, the most well known of Angkor Wat being a central monument to the nations one time religious, military and political influence.

In more recent times Cambodia has suffered at the hands of both Asian and European invaders as well as the most significant and destructive civil uprising under the leadership of Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge.

From 1975 to the early 1980’s it was estimated that Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge had murdered nearly a third of their own country’s population; close to 2 million people.

In spite of the massive loss of life and breakdown in civil infrastructure Cambodians have set themselves to patiently rebuild and move forward toward a better tomorrow. Their generous nature and happy spirit continues to shine and makes them among the world’s most lovable people.  Whilst the people, the countryside and the culture are rich with life Cambodia continues to need help in the process of deliberate redevelopment.

With close to 90% of the population living in rural and remote settings access to basic health care, fresh drinking water and food, shelter, education and employment are among the nations most pressing needs.

The 2h Team
Kate Taylor - Director
Kate is the founder and director of The 2h Project. Inspired to add something professionally to the aid initiatives of 2h Kate enrolled at the University of South Australia shortly after traveling to Cambodia and completed a Bachelor of Midwifery at the end of 2005. She now works part time at The Women’s and Children’s Hospital in Adelaide, South Australia as a registered Midwife. Kate is married to Kevin and together they have three boys; Morgan 13, Wilson 11 and Hamish 9.

Kevin Taylor – South Australian contact
Connected to the work of 2h through Kate’s first visit to Cambodia 7 years ago, Kevin has been involved since the beginning. He now co-ordinates fundraising activities and develops the 2h network in South Australia as well as helping give overall leadership to the future success of the organisation. 

Anthea Smits – Victorian contact   
Anthea has been a long term friend and first traveled with a 2h team in late 2002. She has now led two subsequent field trips to Cambodia, consults on the strategic development of projects and continues to build the 2h network and fundraise in the eastern part of Australia. Her leadership skills and experience in corporate life have been invaluable to the team.

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