ASEAN Collaboration on Victim Assistance Strengthened by Data Innovation
ASEAN REGIONAL MINE ACTION CENTER
02
Jan
Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Session 2 of the Regional Workshop on Victim Assistance shone a spotlight on best practices and innovative data management strategies from across the ASEAN region. Expert presenters from Cambodia, Myanmar, Vietnam, Korea and APOPO shared their approaches to ensuring survivors of explosive ordnance receive timely and effective support.
Highlights included:
• Cambodia’s CMAA showcased its comprehensive data system linking victim profiles with rehabilitation services, enabling more targeted interventions for survivors.
•Myanmar’s Department of Rehabilitation emphasized the critical role of integrated support systems, which bridge medical care, social welfare, and vocational training for survivors.
•Vietnam’s MOLISA demonstrated its advancements in disability registration and information systems, empowering UXO victims with timely rehabilitation and community integration.
• Korea presented state-of-the-art digital tools and frameworks that can enhance data accuracy and inclusivity in victim assistance programs region-wide.
•APOPO provided an engaging demonstration of their data systems for operational coordination in victim support.
Participants engaged in dynamic discussions, exchanging knowledge and identifying strategies to refine victim assistance frameworks. The session laid the groundwork for strengthening regional collaboration and enhancing the capacity to address survivor needs effectively.
Stay tuned for updates as the workshop continues to focus on finalizing the Regional Victim Assistance Guideline and fostering greater collaboration across ASEAN.
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