You really want to help those around you. But how do you best do it?
About Weh
I lived in Cambodia for 5 years, where I founded OIC Cambodia. Now back in Australia, I've co-founded Umbo. I have a BA in Physiotherapy and an MA in Development Studies from the University of NSW. In a previous life, I volunteered in a centre for people with disabilities in Vietnam, interned in India, studied Mandarin in Beijing, and milked yaks in Mongolia. I'm an obsessed barefoot runner and connoisseur of durian.
Vision without action is a daydream. Action without vision is a nightmare.
— Japanese Proverb
What I'm working on
I’m the author of Redundant Charities, a book published in September 2023, proposing a new model of charity – one where charities intentionally make themselves redundant through exit strategies and end goals.
I'm the founder of OIC Cambodia, established for the 600,000 Cambodians with communication and swallowing disabilities. We establish speech therapy university courses and jobs for Cambodians, raise awareness, and influence government policy.
I'm a co-founder of Umbo, an initiative to improve access to services for children in rural and remote communities. We're an online platform that connects them to allied health professionals for online therapy sessions, using proprietary video software.
What other people are saying about me
“A great supportive, inspired and strategic leader. What really surprises me is his willingness and responsibility throughout, to continue supporting me and the team here in Cambodia, ensuring our work is effective. Thanks Weh, for bringing your uniqueness, professionalism, and kindheartedness to support OIC Cambodia and strengthening health equity in Cambodia.”
— Chenda Net
Director of OIC Cambodia
“I have had the pleasure of working with Weh on the development of OIC Cambodia. Weh is a man with a vision and the dedication, drive and skills to make it happen. He has the charisma to be a natural leader, but also recognises and values the skills of others around him. In this way he has what I can only describe as a collaborative leadership style.”
— Rebecca Linton
Advisor at Sahmakum Teang Tnaut
“The tenacity of this man is something not to be under-estimated! Weh’s work is driven by logical business and administrative acumen, and a whole lot of passion and personal drive. Weh sought me out as a mentor to understand how he could increase philanthropy to support his charities and, after hearing his story, how could I say no?”
— Kenneth Watkins
Philanthropy Director at The Australian Ballet
