Cambodia: Shrinking spaces versus empowerment of communities Analysis of framework conditions & options for strengthening civil society, democracy & human rights in Cambodia

This study was commissioned by an international NGO as part of a process to develop strategies for strengthening civil society in Cambodia following the introduction of a number of new, oppressive laws that seriously limit freedom of association and expression. In a situation where democratic space is decreasing but active citizenship is increasing, the study looks at threats as well as opportunities for actors working to support democracy, human rights and social change