In Cambodia, women are supported to engage in sustainable agricultural practices and entrepreneurial activities. For example, after joining a savings group, they have access to more goods and services and can then take on a greater role within their families. Several women have even initiated their own women farmers' group to discuss community issues, but also health and wellbeing aspects.
Our programme also aims to improve access to comprehensive health services for non-communicable diseases, particularly mental health. As part of this, social workers train women to provide mental health education and referrals. They are seen as partners, serving as a link between their own community and the public health system. They also play an active role in health awareness campaigns, aimed at preventing diabetes and other non-communicable diseases.
Our gender approach sees women as human agents of change, through actions that give them greater control over their lives.