This is a list of the editorial board members of the Cambodian Education Forum (CEF) and the Cambodian Journal of Educational Research (CJER). This list will be updated on a regular basis. CEF would like to thank all editorial board members for their contribution and support.
Editors-in-Chief
Dr. Kimkong Heng (Co-Founder & Editor-in-Chief, July 2020 – Present)
PhD in Education (The University of Queensland, Australia)
Lecturer of English (Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia, Cambodia)
Visiting Senior Research Fellow (Cambodia Development Center, Cambodia)
Dr. Koemhong Sol (Co-Editor-in-Chief, February 2022 – Present)
PhD in Education (International Christian University, Japan)
Lecturer of English (Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia, Cambodia)
Former Managing Editor
Dr. Sopheap Kaing (Co-Founder and Managing Editor, July 2020 – October 2022)
PhD in Educational Science (University of Fribourg, Switzerland)
Director of Department of Quality, Learning and Teaching, and Students (University of Puthisastra, Cambodia)
Associate Managing Editor
Sarin Sok (March 2025 – Present)
Master of Arts in Education (The University of Huddersfield, United Kingdom)
Master of Educational Administration (The University of Cambodia, Cambodia)
Quality Assurance Manager (University of Puthisastra, Cambodia)
Former Associate Managing Editor
Dr. Sereyrath Em (October 2022 – December 2023)
PhD in Educational Science (Khemarak University, Cambodia)
Lecturer of English (National University of Cheasim Kamchaymear, Cambodia)
Assistant Managing Editors
Vitou Tes (March 2025 – Present)
Master of Arts in Development Studies student (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (Teacher Development Support Organization, Cambodia)
Chandara Hong (March 2025 – Present)
Master of Education (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
English Teacher (Pour en Sourire d-Enfant, Cambodia)
Former Assistant Managing Editors
Ratana Oeurn (March 2023 – March 2024)
Master’s degree in Innovation and Entrepreneurship (The University of Adelaide, Australia)
Director (Community-based Integrated Development Organization (CIDO), Cambodia)
Rady Soeun (March 2023 – December 2024)
Master of Education in Mentoring (National Institute of Education, Cambodia)
Officer (Office of Internal Quality Assurance, Phnom Penh Teacher Education College, Cambodia)
Sarin Sok (February 2024 – March 2025)
Master of Arts in Education (The University of Huddersfield, United Kingdom)
Master of Educational Administration (The University of Cambodia, Cambodia)
Education Quality Manager (University of Puthisastra, Cambodia)
Editors
Dr. Sereyrath Em (January 2024 – Present)
PhD in Educational Science (Khemarak University, Cambodia)
Lecturer of English (National University of Cheasim Kamchaymear, Cambodia)
Dr. Sotheara Heang (March 2023 – Present)
PhD in Management (Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China)
Non-Executive Director (MAC School, Cambodia)
Dr. Sokvibol Kea (March 2023 – Present)
PhD in Management Science (Northwest A&F University, China)
Research Coordinator (Kirirom Institute of Technology, Cambodia)
Dr. Jayne C. Lammers (June 2025 – present)
PhD in Curriculum and Instruction (Arizona State University, USA)
Director, Learning Design (Edmentum, USA)
Lecturer (University of Pennsylvania, USA)
Dr. Huan Yik (Patrick) Lee (April 2024 – Present)
PhD in Education (The University of Queensland, Australia)
Senior Lecturer (University of Technology Malaysia, Malaysia)
Former Guest Editor (Cambodian Education Forum, Cambodia)
Dr. Jennifer McMahon (November 2021 – Present)
Doctor of Education (University of Rochester, USA)
Programme Director and Professor (University of Applied Research and Development, New Zealand)
Director of Learning (Livonia Central School District, USA)
Dr. Sopha Soeung (June 2024 – Present)
PhD in Education (Hiroshima University, Japan)
Teacher Trainer (National Institute of Education, Cambodia)
Editorial Assistants
Mern Phatt (July 2023 – Present)
Master’s degree student in Public Policy (Fudan University, China)
Officer (General Department of Policy, Ministry of Economy and Finance)
Chanthida Sen (July 2023 – Present)
Master of Education in Evaluation and Educational Research (Ramkamheang University of Thailand, Thailand)
Former Teacher of English (Thaksina Technology College, Thailand)
Liseinet Din ( June 2023 – Present)
BA in International Relations (IISPP, Royal University of Phnom Penh)
Administrative and Project Assistant (Global Green Growth Institute, Cambodia)
Former Editors
Vutha Ros (Co-Founder and Editor, July 2020 – July 2022)
PhD Candidate (The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR)
Lecturer of English (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Dr. Tithchanbunnamy Lor (June 2021 – June 2022)
PhD in Education (Charles Darwin University, Australia)
Research assistant (Charles Darwin University, Australia)
Dr. Samell Keo (December 2021 – June 2022)
Doctor of Education (Wonkwang University, South Korea)
Director (Academic Center for Education and Training, Cambodia)
Associate Editors
Perfecto G. Aquino Jr. (September 2022 – Present)
PhD in Public Administration (Pontifical and Royal University of Santo Tomas, Philippines)
Research and Lecturer (Duy Tan University, Vietnam)
Saban Bon (March 2022 – Present)
PhD Student (Mae Fah Luang University, Thailand)
School administrator (Prek Leap High School, Cambodia)
Vileak Heng (March 2024 – Present)
PhD Candidate (The University of Sydney, Australia)
Former Senior Lecturer (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Dr. Chan Hum (June 2021 – Present)
PhD in Education (The Education University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR)
Head of Center for Research and Development (National University of Battambang, Cambodia)
Dr. Bunly Kep (March 2025 – Present)
PhD in Leadership (Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia, Cambodia)
Senior Lecturer (The University of Cambodia, Cambodia)
Sovann Khleang (February 2024 – Present)
PhD Student (Azteca University, Mexico)
PhD Candidate (Chulalongkorn University, Thailand)
Senior Lecturer (National Meanchey University, Cambodia)
Syphann Ly (April 2024 – Present)
MA in TESOL (Monash University, Cambodia)
Former Academic Executive and Teacher Leader (Stanford American School, Cambodia)
Phakdey Ouch An (January 2022 – Present)
MA in TESOL (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Lecturer of English (University of Heng Samrin Thbongkhmum, Cambodia)
Sophea Phann (February 2022 – Present)
MA in TESOL (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Head of ASEAN Office (Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, Cambodia)
Samarnh Pang (August 2025 – Present)
PhD Candidate and Teaching Assistant (Purdue University, USA)
Former Lecturer of English ( Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia )
Sineat Som (March 2024 – Present)
Master of Educational Leadership (Monash University, Australia)
Head of Quality Assurance Unit and Senior Lecturer (Norton University, Cambodia)
Former board member (SISEAP Organisation, Australia)
Sokun Song (March 2022 – Present)
PhD Student in Education (Queensland University of Technology, Australia)
Dean of Standard Testing and Global Education Institute (Paññasastra University of Cambodia, Cambodia)
Virak Sorn (March 2023 – Present)
Master of Science in Biochemical Technology (King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), Thailand)
Lead Lecturer Research Methodology (University of Puthisastra, Cambodia
Former Associate Editors
Dara Kao (June 2021 – June 2023)
Master of Education (Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia, Cambodia)
Director of English Program (Paññāsāstra International School, Cambodia)
Somphors Khan (January 2022 – January 2023)
PhD Student (The University of Cambodia, Cambodia)
Lecturer of English (Chea Sim University of Kamchaymear, Cambodia)
Dr. Koemhong Sol (November 2020 – January 2022)
PhD in Education (International Christian University, Japan)
Lecturer of English (Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia, Cambodia)
Former Guest Editors
Bunhorn Doeur (December 2020 – December 2022)
PhD Candidate in TESOL (University of Southern Queensland, Australia)
Former Senior Lecturer (Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia, Cambodia)
Dr. Chandarin Chum (June 2021 – June 2023)
PhD in Public Policy (National University of Public Service, Hungary)
Visiting research fellow (German Institute for International & Security Affairs, Germany)
Makara Muong (December 2020 – December 2022)
Master of Education (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Vice Principal (ASEAN International School, Cambodia)
Nicholas Hemingway (December 2020 – July 2021)
BSc in Economics and Political Science (University of Utah, USA)
Former economic research analyst (Avant Technology, USA)
Samnang Yen (December 2020 – December 2022)
MA in International Relations (University of Cambodia, Cambodia)
Officer (Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Cambodia)
Sovanncharya Ren (June 2021 – June 2022)
Master of Education ( Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia )
Program Manager (Teach for Cambodia, Cambodia)
Dr. Huan Yik (Patrick) Lee (September 2021 – September 2022)
PhD in Education (The University of Queensland, Australia)
Senior Lecturer (Language Academy, Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities, University of Technology Malaysia)
Reviewers
Dr. V. Gokila (January 2025 – Present)
Assistant Professor (Sri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science for Women, India)
Borei Heang (March 2025 – Present)
Master of Arts in History (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
MA in TESOL student (Western University, Cambodia)
History Lecturer (Institute for Banking Studies, Cambodia)
Piseth Hull (June 2022 – Present)
PhD Student in Educational Science (University of Szeged, Hungry)
Teacher Trainer (Regional Teacher Training Centre, Kampong Cham, Cambodia)
Former Lecturer of English (Western University, Kampong Cham, Cambodia)
Sovannara Hun (September 2020 – Present)
Master of Education (Flinders University, Australia)
Master of Education (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Imran Hussain (March 2022 – Present)
Master of Philosophy in English Applied Linguistics (The University of Lahore, Pakistan)
Lecturer & Researcher (Thai Association for Applied Linguistics)
Phanny Ith (March 2024 – Present)
PhD Candidate (Saint Louis University, The Philippines)
Former Senior Lecturer (ACLEDA Institute of Business, Cambodia)
Heng Tola (June 2022 – Present)
MA in Science Education (Hiroshima University, Japan)
Teacher Trainer (Battambang Teacher Education College, Cambodia)
Kongkea Kann (November 2020 – Present)
Master’s degree student (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Academic and Training Officer (NTC Group)
Dr. Sovansophal Kao (September 2020 – Present)
PhD in Education (Hiroshima University, Japan)
Master of Arts in Education graduate (Hiroshima University, Japan)
Master of Education graduate (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Makara Khim (June 2024 – Present)
PhD Student (National Institute of Education, Cambodia)
Administrator (New Generation School (NGS) Prek Leap High School, Cambodia)
Sokang Khun (June 2024 – Present)
Master’s Degree in Management (Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China)
Master of Accounting (Cambodian Mekong University, Cambodia)
Lecturer (Cambodian Mekong University, Cambodia)
Pheara Khy (July 2024 – Present)
MA in TESOL (BELTEI International University, Cambodia)
Deputy Campus Director (BELTEI International School, Cambodia)
Reahul Kit (August 2020 – Present)
Master’s degree student (The University of Cambodia, Cambodia)
English Instructor (The University of Cambodia, Cambodia)
Suriya Klangrit (July 2023 – Present)
PhD Candidate (Mahidol University, Thailand)
International relation officer (Division of International Affair, Rajamangala University of Technology Isan, Thailand)
Vibol Kong (March 2025 – Present)
PhD Candidate (Saint Louis University, USA)
Graduate Research Assistant (School of Social Work, Saint Louis University, USA)
Huong-Giang Le (June 2024 – Present)
Master of Education (University of Huddersfield, UK)
Progression and Student Success Coach (Leeds International Study Center – Study Group, UK)
Dr. Bunteng Long (March 2022 – Present)
PhD in Innovative Technology Management (Assumption University, Thailand)
Dean of Faculty of Management Hotel and Tourism & Director of International Programs (Western University, Cambodia)
Dr. Hamdy Ahmed Mahmoud (July 2023 – Present)
PhD in Curricular and Teaching Methods (Helwan University, Egypt)
Professor of Curriculum and Instruction (Helwan University, Egypt)
Peter Lameck Mduwile (June 2024 – Present)
PhD Student (Gauhati University, India)
Lecturer (Gauhati University, India)
Thavrat Nath (June 2024 – Present)
Master’s Degree in Educational Development (East China Normal University, China)
English teacher (Prek Leap New Generation School, Cambodia)
Piseth Neak (July 2020 – Present)
Master of Education (Chulalongkorn University, Thailand)
Lecturer of English (PUC-Institute of Foreign Languages, Cambodia)
Davut Nhem (August 2020 – Present)
MA in TESOL (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Lecturer of English (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Khorry No (August 2020 – Present)
Master of Education (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Teacher of English (Samdech Choun Nath High School, Kampong Cham, Cambodia)
(Former) Literacy facilitator (Room to Read, Cambodia)
Dr. Sophat Phon (August 2020 – Present)
PhD in in Economics (Thammasat University, Thailand)
Lecturer (Royal Academy of Cambodia, Cambodia)
Founder and CEO of Cambodia Econometric Association (Cambodia)
Sophearith Phul (June 2024 – Present)
Master’s Degree of Clinical Psychology and Trauma Healing (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Research Advisor (Ratanak International, Cambodia)
Dr. Rodzidah Mohd Rodzi (August 2025 – Present)
PhD in Civil & Structural Engineering (National University of Malaysia, Malaysia)
Lecturer (Manpower Department, Ministry of Human Resources, Malaysia)
Dr. Meassnguon Saint (December 2021 – Present)
PhD in Education (Chulalongkorn University, Thailand)
Vice Dean of Faculty of Pedagogy and Research (Phnom Penh Teacher Education College, Cambodia)
Gechu Sambath (April 2021 – Present)
BA in TEFL (IFL, Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
2020 Young Research Fellow (Future Forum, Cambodia)
Vannak Sao (February 2022 – Present)
Master of Education (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
English teacher (Prek Leap New Generation School, Cambodia)
Sekkhapirath Set (September 2022 – Present)
Master in TESOL (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
English Teacher (Phnom Penh Teacher Education College, Cambodia)
Veasna Sieng (April 2024 – Present)
PhD Candidate (Hiroshima University, Japan)
National Core Trainer under Teacher Educator Development (Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, Cambodia)
Sothearak Sok (September 2020 – Present)
Lecturer of International Studies (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
BA in International Studies graduate (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
BA in English for International Business graduate (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Samoeurn Sou (March 2025 – Present)
Teacher of Mathematics (Rongko High School, Cambodia)
Master of Education (Hiroshima University, Japan)
Gemar M. Sullano (February 2022 – Present)
MA in Teaching Social Studies (University of Rizal System, Philippines)
Social Sciences Teacher (Bugarin National High School, Philippines)
Sokna Sun (December 2020 – Present)
MA in TESOL student (University of South-East Asia, Siem Reap, Cambodia)
English program manager and teacher (Ta Pen Primary and Secondary School, Siem Reap, Cambodia)
Chanraksmey Tholthoeun (November 2023 – Present)
PhD Student (University of Auckland, New Zealand)
Assistant Professor and Head of Department of Educational Research
and Library, Phnom Penh Teacher Education College, Cambodia)
Loeurt To (January 2021 – Present)
PhD Student (School of Education, RMIT, Australia)
Deputy Global Education (Dewey International University, Cambodia)
Vuthy Uy (August 2020 – Present)
Co-founder of Cambodia Learn 4 U
English teacher and founder of International Project (Hun Sen Chamkardaung High School, Kep, Cambodia)
Cedy Vutha (September 2020 – Present)
Master’s degree student (Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand)
Lecturer of English (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Wathnak Vy (April 2021 – Present)
Master of Counselling and Clinical Psychotherapy (Torrens University, Australia)
Senior Counsellor and Clinical Psychotherapist (Salisbury Counselling, Australia)
Samnang Yen (June 2024 – Present)
MA in International Relations (University of Cambodia, Cambodia)
Officer (Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Cambodia)
Research Fellow (Asian Vision Institute, Cambodia)
Sak Yeourng (March 2023 – Present)
PhD Student (BELTEI International University, Cambodia)
English teacher (Samdach Ouv High School, Cambodia)
Dany Khieu (June 2023 – Present)
Master of Education Studies (University of Canberra, Australia)
Master of Educational Management and Planning (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Education Consultant
Vichara Lay (February 2023 – Present)
Master of International Education Development (Hiroshima University, Japan)
Master of Education (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Officer (Department of Scientific Research, Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, Cambodia)
Pagna Chea (July 2023 – Present)
Master of Education Studies (University of Canberra, Australia)
Senior Lecturer (Western University, Cambodia)
Sam Ol Kong (March 2023 – Present)
Master of Science in Earth System Science (Prince of Songkla University, Phuket Campus, Thailand)
Master of Education (Cambodian University of Specialties)
Deputy Head of Science and Lecturer (Phnom Penh Teacher Education College)
Dara Heng (March 2023 – Present)
PhD Student in Management (Build Bright University, Cambodia)
Master of Education (Build Bright University, Siem Reap, Cambodia)
Freelance Translator
Samnang Teng (March 2023 – Present)
Master’s degree student (Pannasastra University of Cambodia, Cambodia)
Primary School Operations (International School of Siem Reap, Cambodia)
Swe Zin Win (March 2025 – Present)
MA in TESOL (Magway University, Myanmar)
English Teacher (Yenanchaung University, Myanmar)
Dr. Meng Hong Yong (March 2025 – Present)
PhD in Business Administration (Charisma University, Turks & Caicos Islands)
Adjunct Professor of Business Studies (Riviera University, France)
… and many other anonymous reviewers.
Junior Reviewers
Sethi Cheam (since January 2022)
Master of Business Administration student (American University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Executive Assistant (Ministry of Economy and Finance)
Phearun Chhoeurm (since January 2022)
BA in English (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
BA in Hospitality and Tourism Management (The University of Cambodia, Cambodia)
Former Associate Research Manager (CHHAT International Research, Cambodia)
Pech Monyleap Neang (since January 2022)
BA in International Relations (Paragon International University, Cambodia)
International Relations Officer (Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia)
Kimcheng Ngel (since November 2023)
B.Ed, Teaching English as a Foreign Language (IFL, Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Teacher of English (Australia Centre for Education, Cambodia)
Kanika Nhil (since January 2022)
BEd in TEFL and BA in International Relations (IFL, Royal University of Phnom Penh & Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia, Cambodia)
Programme Information Management Officer (World Vision International Cambodia, Cambodia)
Sokvy Rim (since January 2022)
BA in International Relations (IISPP, Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Co-founder (The Thinker Cambodia, Cambodia)
Piseth Yim (since January 2022)
MA in TESOL (IFL, Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
English Teacher (Roka Chour Secondary School, Kampong Thom, Cambodia)
Sreypich Lay (since January 2022)
BA in International Relations (Paragon International University, Cambodia)
Administration and Public Relations officer (Federation of Education Services in Cambodia, Cambodia)
Vicheka Long (since March 2025)
Master of Education student (Hiroshima University, Japan)
English Teacher ((Bun Rany Hun Sen Chakriyavong High School, Cambodia)
Mach Suon (since March 2025)
MA in Development Studies (Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Program Officer (Family Fund for Children, Cambodia)
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