The training course is held under the cooperation between the National Regulatory Authority for the UXO/Mine Action Sector in the Lao PDR (NRA), the Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare and the Provincial Labour and Social Welfare Division of Savannakhat.
It is designed to leverage resources and action for women and children affected by unexploded ordnance (UXO), minimize deaths and injuries, reduce social and economic impacts, and support development in severely contaminated areas of the country through UXO risk education and victim assistance. It will promote the rights of UXO survivors and children affected by UXO through assistance to networks of persons with disabilities.
“This work is every important and promotes children’s rights in Laos particularly, in five target districts of Kaysone, Champhone, Outhoumphone, Songkhone and Sayphouthong in Savannakhet province,” said chair of the meeting, Mr. Phoukhiao Chanthrasomboune.
Additionally, the training is designed for equipping the trainees with knowledge of the collaboration between relevant sectors at all levels.
Mr. Phoukhuil also urged relevant sectors to participate in raising public awareness of the danger of unexploded ordnances and promote preventive measures, especially amongst people at risk such as scavengers and farmers.
Source: KPL Lao News Agency
By Soulaphone Kanyaphim
November 15, 2011
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