{"p"=>"The illegal wildlife trade (IWT) has emerged as a significant transnational crime, exacerbating biodiversity loss and undermining global conservation efforts. Malaysia functions as a central hub in the IWT network, with Vietnamese workers from Quang Binh province increasingly involved in wildlife trafficking operations. This study examines the socio-legal aspects of this issue and focuses on how social organizations can help prevent these violations. This research identifies critical legal gaps and enforcement challenges through an analysis of international treaties, wildlife protection laws in Malaysia and Vietnam, and qualitative field research involving 60 stakeholders in Quang Binh province. It further examines the socio-economic factors driving laborers into IWT and highlights inadequate legal awareness within existing training programs. The findings highlight the need to strengthen community engagement and capacity-building among professional associations, youth groups, and NGOs for preventive interventions. This research recommends a multi-stakeholder approach to improve legal enforcement, create targeted awareness campaigns, and enhance the role of social organizations in combating IWT."}