Presented by Ioana-Sorina Alexa and Olimpia Guidi
Education emerges as a crucial factor in addressing this disparity. The Cambodian Women’s Leadership Institute, established in 2009, offers training programs to enhance women’s leadership skills and political knowledge . viii
However, progress is slow due to various barriers. Socio-cultural norms and patriarchal attitudes often discourage women from entering politics . Limited access to education, particularly in rural areas where gender disparities in literacy rates persist, further impedes women’s political engagement . xi
In Cambodia, women’s involvement in activities promoting and protecting human rights is notable, with numerous grassroots initiatives led by women making significant impacts. One such example is the Cambodian Women’s Crisis Center (CWCC), which has been at the forefront of advocating for women’s rights and combating gender-based violence since its establishment in 1997. xxx
Cambodia ranks 41st out of 146 countries for women’s ownership or management of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), indicating a relatively high rate of female participation in entrepreneurship compared to other nations. xxxv
One such measure is the establishment of gender-sensitive legal frameworks and policies that prioritize women’s rights and address gender-based discrimination . For example, the Law on the Prevention of Domestic Violence and Protection of Victims, enacted in 2005, provides legal protections for survivors of domestic violence and mandates the establishment of shelters and support services. xlv
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References
viii Chea, P. (2021). Underrepresentation of Cambodian Women in Politics and Leadership Roles. Available at: https://scholarworks.seattleu.edu/alfie-conferences/2021junior/presentations/4/
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xxx Weaner, J. (2008). The Cambodian Women’s Crisis Center: safety, shelter, training… and then. McMaster School For Advancing Humanity, 7, 7. Available at: https://copyright.defiance.edu/mcmaster/documents/journal-2008-16-womens-crisis-center.pdf
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xxxv The Phnom Penh Post (2023). Cambodia advances women’s roles, aims for 2030, 2050 goals Retrieved from: https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/cambodia-advances-women-s-roles-aims-for-2030-2050-goals
xlv Brickell, K. (2016). Gendered violences and rule of/by law in Cambodia. Dialogues in Human Geography, 6(2), 182-185. Available at:https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/2043820616655017
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