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Ms. Yang Sophorn, a dedicated trade union leader, shares her transformative journey from a factory worker to a prominent union leader in Cambodia, highlighting the impact of the Trade Union Leadership Training programme on her personal and professional growth, emphasizing the importance of emotional intelligence, family support, and the pursuit of positive change for workers.

In Cambodia’s dynamic garment sector, a fresh focus has emerged: enhancing emotional and social skills. Better Factories Cambodia aims to equip workers with a robust skill set, crucial for individual growth and industry resilience. As cognitive abilities and adaptability gain prominence, core skills, including communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, are essential. This emphasis is especially vital for Cambodia’s significant garment workforce, adapting to industry changes.

PHNOM PENH – Soriya* is a worker in one of the garment factories receiving services from Better Factories Cambodia that has recently transitioned to digital wages. For many garment workers, adapting to this new way of receiving wages has been challenging. Still, the ongoing transition has the potential to improve workers’ financial literacy and make …