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UNFPA and partners distribute 5,000 kits to displaced women and girls

The kits provide hygiene supplies and safety information to women and girls displaced by conflict and flooding.

Tuesday 3 November · 18:01 · 1 min read

In 30 seconds

UNFPA, Japan and Cambodian partners began distributing 5,000 kits on November 2 at the Rong Cham temporary site in Banteay Meanchey. [1][2][3]
The kits are expected to support 4,813 displaced households across three sites in Banteay Meanchey, Oddar Meanchey and Preah Vihear. [1][2][3]
The initial distribution at Rong Cham is expected to directly benefit 6,189 women and girls from 3,318 households. [1][2][3]

What happened

UNFPA, the Japanese government and Cambodian authorities began distributing 5,000 dignity kits on November 2 at Rong Cham, also called the Waiting Village, in Banteay Meanchey. The overall plan covers 4,813 displaced households at three relocation sites in Banteay Meanchey, Oddar Meanchey and Preah Vihear. The initial distribution at Rong Cham is expected to reach 3,318 households and directly assist 6,189 women and girls.

Why it matters

The kits include menstrual products, soap and clothing, along with information on health services and how to report gender-based violence and sexual exploitation or abuse. The reports say displaced women and girls can face shortages of hygiene supplies and higher safety risks.

Background

The distribution is part of a $1.32 million project funded by Japan. Partners include UNFPA, the National Committee for Disaster Management and the Ministry of Women’s Affairs.

Key terms

Dignity kit: A package of personal hygiene items and practical safety or health information.
Gender-based violence: Harmful acts directed at someone because of their gender or unequal gender relations.
Sexual and reproductive health: Health and care related to the reproductive system and sexual well-being.

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