Help Khmer Social Workers Care for Foster Children

Following the end of conflict along the Thailand–Cambodia border, 336 displaced families, including 155 children (95 girls), remain unable to return home due to destroyed property, unsafe zones, and loss of livelihoods. Families have been relocated to temporary sites in Pursat and Siem Reap provinces, staying in pagodas, schools, and storage facilities supported by authorities, monks, and youth volunteers.

Locations of Displaced Families

• Pursat Province: 80 families (Promoy Commune, Veal Veng District)
• Siem Reap Municipality: 92 families (Street 60), 25 families (Wat Knar), 22 families (Wat Atteart)
• Sreysnorm, Siem Reap: 117 families (Kesor Kol area)

Key Challenges

Displaced families continue to face:

• Shortages of food and clean water
• Loss of jobs and sources of income
• Limited access to healthcare and no transport for treatment
• Lack of legal documents and permanent housing
• Critical needs for infants, pregnant women, and the elderly
• School materials and basic household supplies

MRO Emergency Assistance

M’lup Russey Organization (MRO), in coordination with DoSVY and local authorities, provided:

• Emergency food packs
• Hygiene kits and women’s dignity kits
• Adolescent girl supplies
• Infant formula and diapers

This support reduced hunger, improved sanitation, and met urgent needs for children, infants, and vulnerable groups.

Accountability & Quality (CHS Commitment 9)

MRO ensures accountable humanitarian action by:

• Establishing communication channels with community focal persons
• Sharing clear information on assistance and selection criteria
• Conducting regular monitoring and documenting lessons learned
• Coordinating with local authorities to avoid duplication
• Ensuring staff follow safeguarding and childcentered principles

This approach ensures fair, transparent, and dignitybased assistance.

Child Impact Story

Two children in Veal Veng requiring monthly blood transfusions were unable to reach Angkor Children’s Hospital due to lack of transport. MRO covered travel and related costs, allowing them to continue lifesaving treatment.
One child expressed hope:
“If my father receives support for travel, I can continue my treatment. When I recover, I will study hard so I can help my parents.”

Ongoing Needs

Families still require:

• Continued food and clean water
• Healthcare access and medical transport
• Daily essential supplies
• Livelihood support
• Longterm solutions for documentation, land, and safe housing

Outcome & Impact

• 336 families assisted
• 155 children protected from hunger and unsafe conditions
• Improved living conditions through food and hygiene support
• Vulnerable groups (infants, elderly, pregnant women) received essential care
• Children with serious medical needs continued treatment
• Reduced risks of malnutrition and health complications

MRO’s response restored dignity, safety, and hope. Continued partnership will help families move from crisis to recovery and rebuild their lives with stability and opportunity.