This report has indicated that there are many obstacles on the road to complete empowerment for women in Cambodia. At times the study has sought to highlight the despicable such as Touch’s story. At other times it has revealed the routine dispassion shown by any number of actors in society who deny women their fundamental rights enshrined in law. With such a well of adversity to draw on, it is easy to overlook the positive steps that are being taken to improve the opportunities and lives of Cambodian women. Despite the many causes for concern and change, there is also space for reflection on the incremental improvements that have been made in the last decade.

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