Matchmaking Social Entrepreneurs: Cambodia

Overview

As it undergoes rapid economic growth, Cambodia is facing issues such as rising inequality and child labor. Social entrepreneurs are working to tackle these challenges, but a lack of expertise makes maintaining their businesses difficult. Harahata Mio and Higuchi Asami run a matchmaking service, pairing local entrepreneurs with Japanese companies who can offer financial and technical support. We explore how matchmaking is helping to improve lives, and solve social problems.