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A HALO training team in Laos comprised of women. [The HALO Trust]

Malayathong Khodsisa (in light-colored shirt) and a HALO training team in Laos comprised of women. [Photo courtesy of HALO]

Malayathong Khodsisa (in light-colored shirt) and a HALO training team in Laos comprised of women. [Photo courtesy of HALO]

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