About AOOW
Our Story
Our journey as an English couple exploring South East Asia began with the intention of enjoying a year or two of travel and relaxation. However, fate had other plans for us when we arrived in Bangkok and discovered the plight of stray animals. Our days and evenings quickly transformed into a mission of feeding and forming connections with these abandoned creatures.
Over the course of four months, we embarked on a mission to visit every rescue shelter in each destination we encountered. Armed with the basic knowledge we had gained along the way, we started providing medical care to the stray animals we came across. It was during our time in Cambodia that we discovered four orphaned kittens, which compelled us to stay until we could find them loving forever homes.
Within a few short weeks, the House Of Strays sanctuary came into existence. We made a life-altering decision to dedicate ourselves fully to the establishment of a rehabilitation center and shelter, with the goal of alleviating as much suffering as possible.
Today, several years later, our mission remains unwavering, and our shelter continues to serve as a vital temporary haven for those undergoing rehabilitation, as well as a permanent home for animals with special needs, and a temporary home for animals who have not yet found adoptive families.
Our Mission
Animals Of Our World defines who we are and drives our commitment to our cause.
Through our community outreach program, we extend our reach to every corner of Cambodia. Distance is not a limitation for us. If an animal is suffering even ten hours away from our shelter, House Of Strays, we utilize our extensive network to locate the nearest rescuer or driver who can try to bring the animal to safety, to the best of our ability.
At Animals Of Our World, our mission is to tackle the root causes of animal suffering by implementing widespread vaccination and de-sexing programs to control and reduce the stray population in Cambodia. As our financial support increases, we aim to expand our community outreach efforts, enabling us to conduct de-sexing missions across the entire country. Our dedication extends beyond cats and dogs; we strive to assist every animal in need.
House Of Strays serves as the sanctuary and rehabilitation base for Animals Of Our World, providing a safe haven for over 100 rescued animals. Successful adoptions play a vital role in creating space for more animals and enabling us to continue our mission.
However, it is equally important to secure the future of our base, ensuring its existence as a forever home for animals who will live out their lives under our care. This includes those who may never be adopted or those with additional daily needs. While not all of our rescues are available for adoption, we have numerous cats and dogs eagerly awaiting the opportunity to find a loving home.
Our Team
Georgia Kaczorowski
Co-Founder / Director
My life changed at the age of 21 when I ‘woke up’ and made the decision to go Vegan. The reason behind this decision was my dog Harley-Rae. Experiencing the connection I had with him opened my eyes to the reality of speciesism around the entire world.
Previously I was set on a career as a performer, I had trained in Musical Theatre my whole life and graduated with a BA HONS in 2017.
I set out on my travels around Southeast Asia, in what I believed would be a year trip. Young, naive, and exposed to so much suffering, I began helping any animal in need along the way, and every day was dedicated to feeding strays.
My first rescues in Asia, were a sick dog with distemper, an orphan kitten, and then a monkey. AOOW’s logo is dedicated to those first animals that started Animals Of Our World.
Then the animals that followed.. four orphan kittens and rescue dog Baloo were the reason House of Strays was born in Siem Reap, Cambodia.
This life long mission has changed my whole life. The last decade has required me to remain in Cambodia creating AOOW from the very ground to what it is today, because leaving meant giving up on them.
I whole heartedly believe that together we will make great change for the animals of our world.
Billy Sellick
Co-Founder / Director
We started Animals Of Our World in 2017, with a small mission of feeding and medicating strays along my travels. Later we created ‘House Of Strays’ sanctuary in Siem Reap, Cambodia.
I previously worked as a construction worker in London, and had no plan of making any career change. As the co-founder/director of the organisation, that adventure I embarked on for just a few months turned into years.
My biggest goal for Animals Of Our World, is to be working heavily in prevention.
Monika Schlittler-Buergisser
Organisation Accountan
Having first joined Animals of Our World as an outreach volunteer, I have been part of our work on the ground, supporting animals and communities and seeing first-hand the realities faced by animals in need.
With a professional background in accounting and a genuine passion for animal rescue, my journey into an accounting role is a natural progression as Animals of Our World continues to grow.
Over the years, I have witnessed the organisation develop from a small grassroots rescue into an established organisation. With Animals of Our World now officially registered in two countries, the organisation has entered an exciting new chapter – one that brings greater opportunities, but also greater responsibility.
From helping animals in the community to now helping strengthen the organisation behind the scenes, I am excited for the future of animals of our world.
Keo Ratanak
Sanctuary Care
I joined Animals of Our World with a genuine desire to dedicate my experience and skills to the care and protection of animals.
Before joining our sanctuary team, I spent two years working as an Animal Keeper at the Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity (ACCB) in Siem Reap. During this time, I gained valuable hands-on experience caring for animals, preparing food, maintaining and cleaning enclosures, repairing enclosures, assisting with animal capture and supporting the release of animals back into the wild.
My experience in hospitality has also developed my strong sense of responsibility, teamwork, organisation and attention to detail. Having worked across Cambodia and Vietnam in food and beverage roles, I am accustomed to working in busy environments, following procedures and caring for the needs of others.
At House of Strays, I bring together these experiences to support the daily care of the animals. From preparing food and maintaining their environments to helping ensure that each animal receives the patience, care and attention they deserve, my role is an important part of sanctuary life.
I am proud to be part of our team, helping create a safe, compassionate and respectful home for animals who have nowhere else to go.
Chhun
Sanctuary Carer
I started working at AOOW in 2020. It was my first job. This opportunity expanded my understanding of the stuffering of stray animals in Cambodia and allowed me to be part of the prevention. I feel proud to be a part of this amazing mission and team. We are dedicated to helping the animals here in Cambodia. It feels like a blessing. The determination of our Co-founder and team to save sick and injured animals inspires me. We are trying to make a difference to so many lives here in Cambodia everyday.
Chhat
Sanctuary Carer
My name is Chhat, and I am a carer at House of Strays Sanctuary. I would like to thank you AOOW for giving me the opportunity to work here and thank you for providing me with the knowledge to care for the animals we rescue, and I am happy to be able to provide loving care for these deserving animals and make sure they find their loving families.
We highly appreciate AOOW for their hard work and dedication to this project, I am determined to provide a loving and wonderful family for them, and all of us will strive to make this work even better.
We, the Cambodian people, would like to express our deepest gratitude to AOOW.
Pho
Sanctuary Carer
Before working with AOOW, I was afraid of dogs. When I was young, I was once bitten by a dog while playing with other children. But now, I’m confident because I understand their behavior. I am very happy to work here with so many dogs. I feel a sense of closeness with them, and the fear I once had is gone.
Dani
Sanctuary Carer
I started working when I was 18 years old and my first job was with animals. So 50% of my life has been helping animals. Now I have a job that I love. So no matter what happens or what problems arise, we have one goal: to save animals. I feel I’m doing exactly what I’m supposed to be.
Nang
Sanctuary Carer
I used to work at a wildlife sanctuary where I gained lots of experience in animal welfare. I then found out about the work Animals of Our World does for the animals in Cambodia and I joined the team in 2025. I am very happy to have come to work her an be a part of this mission for my countries animals. I feel joyful everyday to be surrounded by the rescued animals at House of Strays sanctuary.
Tobias
I have always felt a natural connection with animals, but after volunteering at a sanctuary for pigs, I took the step to leave my career in music to follow my true calling.
While volunteering at sanctuaries and projects across Europe, immersed in every aspect of animal health, care, management and rights he could, I jumped at the chance to help AOOW on their mission in Cambodia and the wider world.
Inspired by my connection with my childhood dog, I developed a deep understanding of the importance of compassion, joy and freedom for all creatures. Raised vegetarian and embracing a vegan lifestyle for over a decade, my journey is driven by a commitment to championing the rights and the safety and rescue of animals from every species.
Kim Kaczorowski
Trustee
I dedicate a lot of her time to helping the animals at House Of Strays from the UK.
I have worked in several different industries including banking and the NHS.
I am a carer for my oldest daughter who suffered a traumatic brain injury. The fight for Brain injury education and awareness and a voice for sick and injured animals are now two very important causes in my life.
After visiting Cambodia and the House Of Strays sanctuary, and witnessing for myself the overpopulated stray population and the suffering on the streets, I have been behind Animals Of Our World ever since.
I hope that the future holds sustainability for the sanctuary and prevention projects.
Victoria Coster
Animals Of Our World is a big part of my life.
I have always liked animals but I found a deeper love, connection and understanding of them through Animals Of Our World and my family dog, Harley-Rae. Harley helped me see animals in a whole new light.
I had a traumatic brain injury in 2012 which left me having to rebuild my whole life. Since the injury I haven’t been able to work, so I spends my spare time getting involved as much as I possibly can with AOOW.
Animals Of Our World gives me another sense of purpose. Being so connected in my sister’s life is very important to me as we are extremely close sisters and if it wasn’t for Animals of our World, Georgia would be at home and we’d be side by side.
I hope that Animals Of Our World will continue to grow with the support it deserves to have.
Layla Eatwell
CNVR Lead
After living in Asia for many years, I joined the AOOW team in 2025 as a sanctuary volunteer while I remotely co-built a population management program for cats in Greece. After the completion of this program, I rejoined the team as CNVR Lead in which she I am developing a comprehensive, research-driven, evidence-based targeted sterilisation programme for the cats and dogs of Siem Reap.
Pedro Vella
Fundraising Lead
After volunteering in animal shelters and sanctuaries for over 10 years and managing an elephant sanctuary for 6, moving to Animals of Our World (AOOW) in 2024 was a seamless transition.
During my time as Fundraising and Project Manager, I have seen significant improvements in our animal care. Seeing our rescued animals thrive in larger, specifically designed enclosures is immensely rewarding.
Our Features
Animals Of Our World has been featured in several interviews, articles, and events which you’ll find linked below.
Charity Commission for England and Wales
Link: ANIMALS OF OUR WORLD, Charity number 1197372
Happy Cow
Link: Animals Of Our World Sanctuary – Siem Reap Organization
FORÇA Vegan Online Magazine Issue 4 (UK) – February 2022
Link: Animals Of Our World, by Georgia Kaczorowski
The Romford Recorder (UK) – May 2022
Link: 6,064 miles away and dedicated: Pair swapped Romford for Cambodia to run animal sanctuary