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EDGE Worldwide · Executive Director

Hilde
Marie
Kvaløsæter

Human Development, Leadership & Empowerment

Hilde Marie is an educator and Executive Director of EDGE Worldwide. She is passionate about human development and believes that learning, meaningful relationships, and opportunity empower people to reach their potential.

Her story
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About

A journey to education built from travel, exploration,
and lasting relationships in Cambodia.

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Hilde Marie Kvaløsæter

Hilde Marie is an educator and Executive Director of EDGE Worldwide. Her work centres on building relationships between students, educators, and local communities.

Early life

Hilde Marie Kvaløsæter grew up in Norway, where creativity and curiosity about the wider world shaped her early life. Music was an important part of her upbringing, while a growing interest in different cultures and experiences gradually led her beyond Scandinavia and into new parts of the world. She later studied Marketing and Intercultural Communication at the Scandinavian School of Marketing, with parts of her studies taking place in Spain and Thailand.

Travel and discovery

Years of travel and cultural exploration eventually led Hilde to Southeast Asia. She first visited Cambodia in 2007, an experience that left a lasting impression. What began as a journey of curiosity gradually became something deeper. It grew into a connection to Cambodia and the people she encountered. In 2009, she returned as a volunteer, deepening her connection to the country and its communities. She returned again in 2011, a period that later led to her work with Babel Guesthouse in Siem Reap.

Responsible tourism

Hilde Marie became involved in responsible tourism initiatives through her work with Babel Guesthouse, where she later became a co-owner. The guesthouse was known for its commitment to ethical employment and for supporting staff through education and professional development. A key part of Babel's philosophy was supporting team members through opportunities for learning and growth, including English language classes, professional training, and access to further education. The experience deepened her understanding of sustainability, cultural exchange, and the responsibilities that come with working across cultures. During her years in Siem Reap, she was also part of the city's creative community, performing music and taking part in cultural events that connected local and international audiences.

Riverside hospitality

Between 2019 and 2022, Hilde Marie owned and managed Bodia Retreat, a riverside homestay set among plantations on the upper Kampot River. Surrounded by mountains, fruit gardens, and the Tuk Chou rapids, the property offered families and small groups a peaceful, natural setting. She looked after the accommodation, bookings, and hospitality day to day, while welcoming guests to the nature-based experiences the river surrounds make possible.

EDGE Worldwide

Today, Hilde Marie serves as Executive Director of EDGE Worldwide, where her work focuses on supporting students and their families through mentorship, pastoral care, and education. The organisation focuses on practical, long-term initiatives developed in partnership with local communities and educators.

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Work

Education leadership and community engagement
in Cambodia.

While EDGE Worldwide focuses on developing education hubs and long-term, stable initiatives across Cambodia, Hilde Marie's work centres on the human side of these environments. As Executive Director, she works closely with Cambodian leaders, educators, and students to ensure that programmes remain grounded in the realities of the communities they serve.

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Education and
mentorship

Much of Hilde Marie's work focuses on supporting students through mentorship and educational guidance. Her approach emphasises patience, trust, and consistency. She recognises that meaningful development often comes through relationships built over time. By working closely with communities, she helps nurture learning environments that support both academic growth and personal confidence.

Community partnerships

Nearly two decades
of local relationships

Hilde Marie's work in Cambodia is deeply rooted in the long-term local relationships she has built over nearly two decades in the country. Living and working alongside families, educators, and community leaders has shaped her understanding of how education and community life are interconnected in creating stable learning environments. Her programmes are designed to remain relevant and responsive to the realities on the ground. This approach creates learning environments that are supported not only by schools, but also by the wider communities around them.

Journey

A path built over nearly two decades

NorwayEarly life

Music, creativity, and studies in Marketing and Intercultural Communication across Spain and Thailand

2007First visit, Cambodia

Returned as a volunteer in 2009, deepening her connection to the country and its communities

2012–2015Babel Guesthouse

Responsible tourism, co-ownership, and staff education in Siem Reap

2019–2022Bodia Retreat

Owner and manager of a riverside homestay on the Kampot River

2022Prom Coast Accommodation

Executive Manager of a family-owned accommodation business on the Victorian coast

2024EDGE Worldwide

Executive Director, leading mentorship, pastoral care, and education hubs across Cambodia

In their words
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Having worked alongside Hilde Marie in Cambodia, I saw firsthand how deeply committed she is to the people and communities around her. She has a way of making people feel seen, valued, and respected, and she naturally builds trust wherever she goes. She is thoughtful and compassionate, but also highly action-oriented — she takes initiative and works tirelessly to support the people she cares about. She leads with empathy, integrity, and a strong sense of purpose.
Marie Elise Hallan
Owner & Managing Director, Svai Frisør AS
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Having worked alongside Hilde Marie at Babel Guesthouse, I watched her grow both professionally and personally. What impressed me most was her authentic commitment to responsible and sustainable tourism — it wasn't just something she talked about; it was reflected in the way she made daily decisions and engaged with both guests and the local community. She was a regular presence at community clean-ups and actively involved in renovating a classroom at a rural school — the kind of hands-on commitment you simply can't fake.
Katrine Solhaug
Owner, Babel Hotels
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From the day I first met Hilde Marie, nearly 13 years ago, I recognised her gentle spirit, kindness, compassion and genuine care for others. Her leadership is expressed in the way she holds herself — strong, compassionate, and deeply committed to whatever she throws herself into. Just as she takes time to understand the people she serves, she has taken time to understand the communities where she lives and works, listening to their needs and giving them agency. It takes undeniable love and passion to uproot one's life, move to another country, and build a career that contributes to the wellbeing of the local community.
Cari Peck
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Perspective

Reflections on education, mentorship,
and community work.

Hilde Marie's perspective is shaped by years of lived experience in Cambodia and by ongoing collaboration with students, educators, and community leaders.

Short notes and longer reflections, drawn from nearly two decades in the country.

Education in Rural Cambodia

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Mentorship and Student Growth

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Responsible Tourism

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Press

Press &
media.

Hilde contributes to conversations around education, community work, and responsible tourism through occasional interviews and speaking engagements. Her perspective focuses on the practical realities of working in community-based education environments and the importance of long-term commitment to meaningful change.

Speaking topics
Community-based education in Cambodia
Mentorship and pastoral care in learning environments
Responsible tourism and community relationships
Learning across cultures
Media resources
In the press
Steinkjer-Avisa · Feature Hilde Marie fra Steinkjer bor i Kambodsja A profile in her hometown newspaper on her life and community work in Cambodia. Published in Steinkjer-Avisa (Norwegian). Read the feature →
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