Association of the Blind in Cambodia (ABC) - LNGO
|District Officer
Kampong Cham, Kampong Cham, Cambodia
Summary
Led community-based rehabilitation initiatives for blind and visually impaired individuals, overseeing project implementation, stakeholder engagement, and capacity building to foster sustainable rural growth.
Highlights
Spearheaded a community women's cooperative initiative, significantly increasing participant income by 40% through skill development and income-generating activities.
Coordinated comprehensive Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) programs, conducting home visits and needs assessments to provide targeted support to blind and visually impaired individuals.
Facilitated and delivered specialized training on Orientation & Mobility, Daily Living Skills, and Primary Eye Care for School Children to beneficiaries and local authorities.
Established and managed Self-Help Groups (SHGs), providing coaching on saving-financial management, bookkeeping, and leadership to empower community members.
Organized and facilitated public advocacy forums on the rights of persons with disabilities, promoting inclusive practices and community awareness across target communes.