Senior ruling party member sees abuse of women and children as public health issue

Abuse of women and children should be considered a public health concern, National Assembly Legislation and Justice Commission chairman Pen Pannha said Sunday. … “Discrimination is a serious violation of human rights since it affects the welfare of women, hindering their full participation in social activities. It has devastating long-term effects,” he said. …

The Cambodia Herald News Staff
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