NCCT Cambodia: National Strategic Plan (NSP) 2024-2028 Memory Profile

Memory Profile

ncct-nsp-2024-2028.md

NCCT Cambodia: National Strategic Plan (NSP) 2024-2028 Memory Profile
This document serves as a structured summary of the National Strategic Plan on Combating Trafficking in Persons (2024-2028) and its associated Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Framework for the Kingdom of Cambodia.
### Core Governance & Structure
Lead Agency: National Committee for Counter Trafficking (NCCT).
Chairperson: H.E. Abhisantibindit Sar Sokha, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior.
Permanent Vice-Chairperson: H.E. Chou Bun Eng (Ministry of Interior), who leads the General Secretariat.
Composition: 22 member ministries and 5 specialized technical units.
Sub-national level: Municipal/Provincial Committees for Counter Trafficking (M/PCCT).
### The Four Strategic Pillars (The 3+1 Model)
The plan addresses the three stages of the crime, supported by a core cooperation strategy:
Strategy 1: Prevention (Pre-crime) – Reducing vulnerability through awareness, digital safety, and safe migration promotion.
Strategy 2: Law Enforcement (During crime) – Strengthening criminal justice, investigation procedures, and prosecution effectiveness.
Strategy 3: Victim Protection (Post-crime) – Improving identification, referral systems, and GEDSI-sensitive rehabilitation services.
Strategy 4: Cooperation & Policy (The Core) – Developing laws (e.g., surrogacy), bilateral/multilateral agreements (COMMIT, ASEAN), and cross-border coordination.
### MEL Framework & Performance Metrics
The MEL framework is designed to ensure accountability and adaptive learning.
Logic Model: Tracks progress from Inputs → Activities → Outputs → Intermediate Outcomes → End-of-Strategy Outcomes (EOSO).
Key Indicators:
82 Outcome Indicators classified under activity clusters.
18 Standardized Output Indicators (e.g., # of inspections, # of victims identified, # of TIP cases investigated).
GEDSI Integration: Data must be disaggregated by gender, age, and disability status wherever applicable.
Reporting Frequency:
Monthly: Activity and Output reports.
Six-Monthly: Progress on outcomes and ACWC maturity framework.
Annually: Consolidated progress against the 5-year goals.
### Emerging Threats & Focus Areas (2024-2028)
Technology-Abuse: Combating online recruitment, fraudulent high-paying job scams, and digital exploitation.
New Crime Forms: Addressing surrogacy-related baby trafficking and human organ trafficking.
Foreign Victims: Cambodia is increasingly a "target country," requiring protection services for foreign nationals victimized within its borders.
Economic Vulnerability: Targeting the 10% of the population below the poverty line who are most at risk of debt-based coercion.
### Ethics & Standards
Victim-Centered Approach: Prioritizing the rights, dignity, and best interests of the victim at all stages.
Informed Consent: Required for all data collection involving individuals for case studies or research.
Confidentiality: Strict adherence to privacy procedures to prevent re-traumatization during interviews.

ncct-nsp-mel-quick-reference-sheet-2024-2028.md

NCCT Cambodia Quick Reference Sheet: 2024–2028 Implementation Timeline
This reference sheet outlines the year-by-year priorities and major activities for the National Strategic Plan (NSP) and the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Framework.
### 2024: Foundation and Launch
NSP Official Launch: Formal announcement and dissemination of the Five-Year National Strategic Plan 2024–2028.
Planning: Organization of meetings to develop the first round of Annual Action Plans for the six inter-ministerial working groups and M/PCCT levels.
MEL Development: Finalizing the draft of the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Framework.
Needs Assessment: Conducting assessments to identify knowledge and skill gaps in monitoring and reporting among relevant officials.
### 2025: Mobilization and Capacity Building
MEL Socialization: Officially approving and socializing the finalized MEL Framework across all NCCT levels.
Establishment of Networks: Appointing and establishing the network of MEL Focal Points and the General Secretariat MEL team.
Standardized Training: Conducting Training of Trainers (ToT) and direct training for focal points on data collection, digital reporting, and the improved report format.
Data Kick-off: Commencing the collection of Output Indicators for all activities implemented since the start of the NSP.
Tool Development: Developing training manuals for trainers on victim identification and investigative procedures.
### 2026: Mid-Term Review and Integration
Outcome Data Collection: Starting the formal collection of Outcome Indicators to measure the actual impact of anti-trafficking strategies.
Mid-Term Evaluation: Commissioning a mid-term review to assess progress towards intermediate outcomes and identify necessary strategy shifts.
Digital Systems: Implementing and testing the enhanced national database for anti-trafficking data and victim case management.
Strategic Dialogue: Promoting bilateral/multilateral meetings with signatory countries to review the implementation of existing MoUs.
### 2027: System Strengthening
Advanced Data Management: Full implementation of the enhanced data collection system and automated reporting.
Refresher Training: Continuing capacity building for new or transferred officials using the developed orientation toolkits.
Law Revision: Finalizing reviews and amendments of relevant legal tools (e.g., Law on Suppression of Human Trafficking) based on evolving crime trends.
Action Plan Updates: Developing and proclaiming the 2027 Annual Action Plan based on previous evaluation findings.
### 2028: Final Evaluation and Future Vision
End-Term Evaluation: Commissioning an independent, comprehensive evaluation of the five-year NSP to assess overall impact and sustainability.
Outcome Fulfillment: Measuring the achievement of the End-of-Strategy Outcomes (EOSO) across all four pillars.
Reporting Culmination: Finalizing the 2028 consolidated annual report and summarizing five years of data.
NSP 2029–2033 Preparation: Using the documented lessons learned and evaluation results to inform the development of the next five-year strategic cycle.