Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC) is acknowledged and awarded as an outstanding organisation for its work and contributions to mine risk education for teachers, students and community leaders. The award is given by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand. Dr Suvit Yodmani, Executive Director of ADPC is awarded an outstanding individual for his commitment and support. The award is designed in accordance with the United Nations' initiative to identify 4 of April as International Day of Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action. The award ceremony was held on 7 April 2006.

Dr. Suvit Yodmani receiving the award from H.E. Dr. Virachai Virameteekul, Advisor to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Thailand