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Author Name: Chea Engmey Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) is firmly grounded in international treaties as fundamental rights. The Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women, particularly articles 12 and 16, remains the key mechanism for protecting women's autonomy over their bodies and providing legal and ethical advocacy. However, assaults on sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) are occurring worldwide, threatening

Author Name: Ly Sophorn Background: Campaign and Research Intern at Klahaan Organization In Cambodia, public awareness of mental health is increasing, yet women’s mental health remains particularly overlooked. The stagnation is due to stigma, cultural norms, and a lack of services. For many women and gender‑diverse people, mental well‑being is not just a health issue; it intersects deeply with harmful gender roles, societal expectations, and unequal access to care. Many ment

Author Name: Rachna Thim Background: A storyteller and independent writer Over fifty years ago, Charlotte Whitton , a pioneering feminist and the first female mayor of a major Canadian city , made a pointed remark: “Whatever women do, they must do twice as well as men to be thought half as good.” Historically, there is no shortage of hardworking women, as women continue to be strong in a world where they are still obstructed by limited resources, less power, and less influ

Author Name: Mynea Yi Background: A Research Fellow In Cambodia, access to health services in the rural areas is already known to be challenging. Yet, the recent armed conflict and internal displacement have made it even more difficult to get medical care. When the clashes suddenly occurred, people started moving out of their homes to the safe area and barely packed enough essentials for their well-being. In these conditions, the specific health needs of women and girls ar