Blogs
Strengthening Cambodia’s digital capacity through training and knowledge exchange: ODC and CADT’s partnership
Since 2022, Open Development Cambodia (ODC) and the Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology (CADT) have worked together to strengthen Cambodia’s digital ecosystem through a long-term partnership focused on capacity building, knowledge exchange, and human resource development. Guided by a shared commitment to supporting Cambodia’s digital transformation, the collaboration has delivered a range of ICT training programs, workshops, conferences, and learning activities that equip civil servants with the knowledge and practical skills needed in an increasingly digital society.The partnership is built on a shared vision of developing Cambodia’s digital workforce through collaboration. Under the cooperation framework, ODC and CADT jointly develop ICT curricula and training programs for civil servants, exchange expertise and experiences in implementing capacity-building initiatives, organize conferences and workshops, and undertake other activities that contribute to human resource development. Through digital security training, the collaboration also seeks to promote awareness and encourage the responsible adoption of emerging technologies that can enhance public service delivery, digital governance, and innovation across ...
Strengthening community forest protection through open data
From 4 to 6 August 2026, Open Development Cambodia (ODC) organized three training workshops in Kratie, Ratanakiri, and Mondulkiri provinces on the use of the Forest Disturbance Alerts Platform to support community-based forest monitoring and protection. This initiative is supported by Global Forest Watch (GFW) ...
Bridging local knowledge and conservation: Reflections from our community mapping workshop in Mondulkiri
In many discussions surrounding environmental conservation, we often rely on high-tech satellite imagery and broad data to understand the health of our forests. While these tools provide a macro-level perspective, they often miss the human element, the deep historical, cultural, and daily connections that local ...
Strengthening evidence, response, and cooperation: reflections from the TFGBV report validation workshop
On 3 July 2026, the Open Development Cambodia (ODC) team convened a report validation workshop to review and strengthen its annual report, Technical Support for TFGBV Case Monitoring and Service Delivery 2026. The report was produced under the Defending Women’s Rights to Safety in the ...
ODC launches Forest Disturbance Alert Platform to strengthen accessible forest monitoring in Cambodia
On 24 June 2026, Open Development Cambodia (ODC), with support from Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA), Global Forest Watch (GFW), and Heinrich Böll Stiftung Cambodia (HBS), officially launched the Forest Disturbance Alert Platform under the theme “Promoting accessible forest monitoring and alerts in Cambodia.” The event ...
Civil society’s presence in the budget room: Participating in Cambodia's National Public Forum on Public Financial Management
On 28 May 2026, the Open Development Cambodia (ODC) team joined other stakeholders from civil society, government, and development partners for the National Public Forum on Public Participation in “Strengthening Transparency, Accountability, and Trust in the Public Financial Management Process.” As part of the National ...
Capturing community stories: mobile photography and videography training for coastal communities
On 4 June 2026, Open Development Cambodia (ODC) conducted a training workshop on “Fundamentals of Photography and Videography Using Smartphone Cameras” at the Trapaing Sangke Community in Kampot Province. The workshop brought together 28 participants, including 12 women, representing Community Fisheries groups and partner organizations ...
Strengthening Digital Storytelling Skills for Coastal Communities in Koh Kong and Preah Sihanouk
On 2 June 2026, Open Development Cambodia (ODC), in collaboration with Mlup Promviheathor Center Organization (MPC) and Cambodia’s Natural Resource Loves Organization (CNRO), organized a training on “Basic Photography and Videography Using Smartphones” for 42 participants, including 13 women, from Community Fisheries, Community Protected Areas, ...
From Phnom Penh to Taipei: ODC Takes on the g0v Summit
On 23-24 May 2026, the Open Development Cambodia (ODC) team touched down in Taipei, Taiwan, for one of the most exciting gatherings in the civic tech world, the g0v Summit 2026.g0v (pronounced “gov-zero”) is a decentralized civic tech community from Taiwan advocating for information transparency ...
Technical Mapping Meet-up highlights innovations in agriculture mapping, conservation technology, and forest disturbance monitoring
Open Development Cambodia (ODC) successfully organized the Technical Mapping Meet-up on 22 May 2026 in Phnom Penh. The event brought together 47 participants (16 women and 2 indigenous people) Geographic Information System (GIS) professionals, researchers, conservation practitioners, government, civil society organizations, students, and technology enthusiasts ...
Strengthening public access to Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) in Cambodia
Access to Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) information remains limited for many communities and stakeholders in Cambodia, despite the growing number of large-scale investment and infrastructure projects across the country. To support greater transparency and public access to environmental information, Open Development Cambodia (ODC) presented its ...
Strengthening community capacity on data management and environmental impact assessment in Koh Kong
On 8–9 April 2026, the Open Development Cambodia (ODC) Team participated as speakers in a capacity-building training focused on leadership, facilitation skills, community data management, and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) awareness for networks of community fisheries and community protected areas in Koh Kong.The training was ...
Ideathon: Building confidence through ideas
I remember it clearly. Two years ago, fresh out of high school, I tried applying for exchange programs and scholarships abroad for the first time. I was excited, nervous, and hopeful. Spoiler alert, I didn’t even get to submit a single application. Not because I ...
Ideathon: Unlocking new horizons
When I first joined the Ideathon, I never imagined that it would lead to a study visit to Singapore. Winning the Ideathon and gaining the opportunity were both an honor and a turning point for our team. We began with Refair, an idea for a ...
Ideathon: Bridging innovation and AI experts
We saw the competition announcement of the AI for Gender Inclusion Ideathon by Open Development Cambodia (ODC) and GIZ Cambodia just two days before the deadline. I was not sure if we could apply for it on time, but then we decided to just try, ...
Strengthening reporting using data: Building the capacity of journalists to report on natural resources in Cambodia
On 28–30 March 2026, a group of passionate journalists and aspiring storytellers joined a three-day training on “Data Literacy for Reporting on Natural Resources” in Phnom Penh.Organized by Open Development Cambodia (ODC) with funding supported by Global Forest Watch (GFW), the training aimed to bridge ...
Celebrating Open Data Day 2026: Expanding impact beyond Phnom Penh
Open Data Day is a global celebration that brings together communities, organizations, and governments to highlight the importance of open data in addressing real-world challenges. Around the world, events range from workshops and panel discussions to hackathons and community forums, all aimed at demonstrating how ...
Bringing open data closer to students: ODC celebrates Open Data Day 2026 at Chean Muk Secondary School
As digital information becomes increasingly important in everyday life, helping young people understand data is becoming an essential part of preparing them for the future. To mark Open Data Day 2026, on 12 March 2026, through the Prayuters Library Program in Preah Vihear province, Open ...
Strengthening community fisheries through data: A consultation in Preah Sihanouk Province
On the morning of 04 March 2026, in the coastal district of Prey Nop, Preah Sihanouk province, a diverse group of stakeholders gathered with a shared purpose: to ensure that the stories, realities, and challenges of Cambodia’s coastal fishing communities are accurately reflected in data ...
Learning about data through drawing: Open Data Day 2026 at Pahal Primary School
Helping children understand data does not always begin with numbers or definitions; it can also begin with imagination, colour, and familiar objects from daily life. As part of Open Data Day 2026, on 12 March 2026, through the Prayuters ...
Consultation workshop on community fisheries data held in Kampot province
In an effort to promote open data and strengthen the management of coastal resources, the Open Development Cambodia (ODC) team recently organized a consultation workshop in Kampot province to present and gather feedback on data and information related to community fisheries in Kep and Kampot ...
From practice to purpose: A story of adaptation and growth
When Sokna joined the project, he stepped in as a trainer with a strong motivation to make meaningful use of his background in IT and cybersecurity. After learning about this opportunity from his friend, Davy, who is also one of the toolkits’ trainers, he was ...
Technical Mapping Meet-up: Strengthening knowledge on forest cover mapping and remote sensing
On 20 March 2026, a Technical Mapping Meet-up was successfully organized, bringing together 37 participants (including 19 females) from diverse backgrounds, including GIS practitioners, government representatives, researchers, students, and mapping enthusiasts.The event provided a collaborative platform to exchange knowledge and practical experiences related to forest ...
From data to action: strengthening environmental information for communities
On 10 February 2026, Open Development Cambodia (ODC) organized a half-day workshop titled Strengthening the Impact of Environmental, Land, and Natural Resource Data. The workshop was attended by 23 participants, including 12 female participants, representing CSOs members from Phnom Penh, Kampot, Ratanakiri, Koh Kong, and ...
Advancing open data in the Mekong region: Reflections from the 2025 regional dialogue
On 27 October 2025, Open Development Cambodia (ODC), in partnership with the Cooperation Committee for Cambodia (CCC) and supported by International Development Research Centre (IDRC) and other donors, successfully convened a full-day workshop titled Regional Dialogue on Open Data in the Mekong Countries: Challenges and ...
