Cambodian women deconstruct consent via traditional Khmer dance


PHNOM PENH (Phnom Penh Post/ANN): The ancient Khmer story of “Neang But Somaly Botum Vatey” was brought to life at the MC Park Community Mall on March 22, as part of the Art and Law project organised by youth-led group Sithi Knhom – My Rights.

The initiative, aimed at addressing the critical issue of consent in society, used Khmer classical dance to explore the importance of personal autonomy and gender equality.

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