Bandanh Chaktomuk ( BC)
National MSM Network.
Contact Details
Mr. Lor Sey Ha
Coordinator
Mobile Phone: (855) 12 868 266
Tel/Fax: N/A
Email address: N/A
Address: House no 10 Street 258 Sangkat Chaktomok Khan Daun Penh , Phnom Penh
Background
In 2004 and 2005, KHANA and the POLICY Project conducted three consultations among men who
have sex with men and stakeholders to ascertain interest in and support for a national MSM
network. This resulted in a unanimous decision to set up a national MSM work coordination group
which was formed as the national MSM TWG. This network has a commitment to advocate for
equality and respect for MSM human rights, reduce their vulnerability to HIV and AIDS, and
increase access to appropriate health and other services. The network was established with
support from KHANA and UNAIDS, CARE, PSI and with the endorsement of the NAA. National
elections were held in 2006 and six MSM from Phnom Penh, Poi Pet, Sihanouk Ville and Siem
Reap were elected and continue to represent various MSM groups in Cambodia.
Vision
For all people in Cambodia to acknowledge the value of MSM with respect to human rights,
livelihood without discrimination and increased access to MSM-friendly health care services.
Mission Statement
Contribute to the reduction of vulnerability of MSM to HIV and AIDS and STI by promoting greater
access to health and other services, and advocating against stigma and discrimination.
Human Resources
Three of six full time staff supported through KHANA
Sources of Funding
• USAID through KHANA
• Other donors: FHI, Pact Cambodia and UNAIDS through UNESCO
Program
BC has a networking focus with the following four specific objectives:
• To sensitize government officials and staff, and other stakeholders about MSM issues.
• To raise public awareness about MSM issues
• To support the strengthening of services being provided to MSM
• To establish mechanisms in order to solicit MSM participation in the network and disseminate
HIV, AIDS and STI related information.
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