The Rayong Bakery Project
The Rayong Bakery Project is a joint venture
between The Rayong Child and Youth Training Centre, Rayong Ladies Circle and
Pattaya International Ladies Club (The Training Centre is a jail for young
offenders).
Approximately 12 girls work in the bakery producing cakes, muffins, biscuits, quiches & breads. Under the guidance of a Thai supervisor and the co-ordination of R.L.C. representatives the girls learn many new skills which include training in the preparation of the bakery goods, hygiene, presentation and packaging. They also get use to teamwork and are given the opportunity to interact with adults in a constructive manner.
Profits from the sale of bakery items goes towards buying ingredients, kitchen upgrading, projects at the centre and also to the girls themselves (this money is saved and given to them when they leave.)
One of the most important things that these girls receive is a positive self image brought about by customers showing their continued support of the project.
The bakery products are available by weekly basket subscriptions, special orders and at the majority of charity events held in the Rayong and Pattaya areas.