Australia-Cambodia Cooperation for Equitable Sustainable Services - Phase 2 (ACCESS 2)

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30Oct-25

ACCESS 2 Strengthens Microsoft 365 Orientation, Empowering Sub-National Authorities

In September–October 2025 ACCESS 2 conducted Microsoft 365 training sessions to 20 staff members (13 Females) of the Provincial Departments of Women’s Affairs (PDoWA) in ACCESS 2’s target provinces: Kampong Speu, Kampong Cham, Ratanakiri, and Siem Reap. . The training aimed to introduce Microsoft 365 and its cloud-based collaboration tools, enabling participants to work more efficiently and securely in a digital environment. By leveraging these tools, PDoWA staff can improve communication, streamline workflows, and manage data more effectively. Key Features Applications Covered:...
21Oct-25

Ensuring Social Service Budgeting for GEDSI Integration at the Sub-National Level

Kampong Speu, October 9, 2025: The Provincial Coordination Committee (PCC), with support from ACCESS 2, organised a critical consultative meeting focused on strengthening the integration of Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) principles into the sub-national investment programs. Chaired by Her Excellency Kea Sophou, Deputy Provincial Governor and Co-Chair of the PCC, the meeting brought together 43 participants (22 female), including key provincial departments, district authorities from six target districts, and representatives from Strategic Implementing Partners (SIPs). The primary objectives...
17Sep-25

ACCESS 2 supports sub-national administration to enhance local ownership through increased allocation of social budget to support survivors of GBV and persons with disabilities.

Recently, the Australia-Cambodia Cooperation for Equitable Sustainable Services - Phase 2 (ACCESS 2) supported the Provincial Coordination Committees (PCCs) in conducting a follow-up meeting in Kampong Cham and Ratanakiri Province. The meeting aimed to provide hands-on coaching and support to district and commune officials on mainstreaming Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) into their subnational investment programs with increased of subnational funding allocation to social service budget. Meeting Objectives: The primary objectives of the meeting were to: Assess Progress: Evaluate...
28Aug-25

Australia backs inclusive leadership in Cambodia – Fruitful outcomes from the ACCESS 2 Steering Committee

Date: 22 August 2025 Venue: Phnom Penh With support from Australia, ACCESS2 Steering Committee (ASC) convened its second meeting, co-chaired by the Australian Embassy’s Development Counsellor with the Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC) counterparts represented by the Ministry of Health. The forum brought together government, partners and stakeholders to advance Cambodia’s priorities on gender-based violence (GBV) response, disability inclusion, and rehabilitation. (more…)