We were honored to hear from distinguished guests, including Mr. Kim Hyun Soo, Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy of the Republic of Korea (ROK) to the Kingdom of Cambodia; H.E. Buakeo Phumvongsay, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic to the Kingdom of Cambodia and Chairman of the Steering Committee of ARMAC; and Prof. Tan Hiang Khoon, Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Future Health System), SGH, Group Director, International Collaboration Office, Singapore Health Services (SingHealth), and Director, SingHealth Duke-NUS Global Health Institute.

Mr. Kim Hyun Soo shared his thoughts on the training’s impact: “Our collaboration on the Enhanced Victim Assistance Programme in the ASEAN Member States represents a collective effort to address one of the most pressing challenges faced by communities affected by explosive ordnance. Korea is honored to stand with you in this endeavor and remains steadfast in its support.” He added, “The knowledge and skills you have acquired will foster recovery and resilience for countless individuals. Remember, what you do goes beyond helping individual victims; it’s about creating a world where we can live together with them.”

As we near the end of our training, today’s sessions focused on self-care for mental health professionals and community workers. We know that caring for survivors of conflict can be emotionally demanding, which is why it’s so important to also focus on the well-being of the caregivers themselves.

Our participants engaged in dynamic role plays and discussions on maintaining mental and emotional resilience while supporting others. ARMAC and SingHealth are proud to equip these future trainers with tools for sustainable caregiving practices.

How do you prioritize self-care while helping others? Share your tips in the comments!

With each session, we’re breaking barriers in mental health support for landmine and explosive ordnance survivors across ASEAN. The knowledge gained here will empower healthcare professionals to lead compassionate, effective responses in their communities.

Let’s continue the conversation! What’s one way you think we can better address addiction and trauma?

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With each session, we’re breaking barriers in mental health support for landmine and explosive ordnance survivors across ASEAN. The knowledge gained here will empower healthcare professionals to lead compassionate, effective responses in their communities.

Let’s continue the conversation! What’s one way you think we can better address addiction and trauma?

What techniques have you found helpful in providing psychological support?

Yesterday marked the beginning of ARMAC’s sixth Psychosocial Support Training of Trainers (T.O.T) in partnership with SingHealth! We are honored to welcome healthcare professionals from across the region to Phnom Penh for five transformative days of learning and collaboration.

The first day kicked off with insightful discussions and practical learning, focusing on mental health services for explosive ordnance survivors. Guided by our dedicated trainers from SingHealth, the morning session centered on improving access to mental health care through joint discussions between psychiatrists, Ministry of Health representatives, and community members. The dialogue identified gaps in care and explored strategies for better integration of services.

In the afternoon, groups tackled key topics such as the psychosocial impact of trauma, with the psychology group covering depression and anxiety, while the psychiatry group focused on leadership and mentorship development. Participants actively engaged in role-play exercises, practicing therapeutic techniques and sharing real-life examples to enhance their skills.

Psychosocial Care: The Next Frontier