Cambodia is facing various social, economic, and human development challenges. From climate change to endemic levels of gendered violence, there is no shortage of obstacles confronting the country and standing in the way of prosperity for its citizens.

However – and despite a tightening of the space for civic participation in recent years – non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in the country continue to play a fundamental role in shaping a culture of democratic governance and participation.

Photos by Miguel Lopes Jerónimo (migueljeronimophotography.wordpress.com)