The evolution of the dowry tradition reveals societal values and gender roles in Cambodia that urgently call for attention.

Admitting to victimhood can feel like breaking a social contract, as if one’s masculinity is being called into question.

It’s a form of violence that strips away a person’s dignity, often with limited recourse and support.

There is an ingrained perception of who “should” be in these spaces, shaping educational choices in subtle but lasting ways.