Chhay Channyda and May Titthara
The Phnom Penh Post
Unions, NGOs and activists gathered today on the capital’s periphery in Meanchey district to celebrate the 100th anniversary of International Women’s Day, after City Hall had refused their request to hold the event at Wat Botum park.
Meas Morkort, president of the Cambodian Women’s Movement Organisation, called on women to speak out and fight for their rights so they could contribute to building a developed society.
Organisers said nearly 2,000 people were in attendance, while about 10 district and commune police could be seen monitoring the event.
CWMO requested permission from City Hall last month to hold the rally publicly in cooperation with the Ministry of Women’s Affairs, but Governor Kep Chuktema signed off an a letter rejecting their appeal.
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