Phnom Penh:The Ministry of Women's Affairs, in partnership with Plan International Cambodia and various partner organizations, organized the 'Run for Girls and Run for All' event on Sunday in Phnom Penh. The event attracted over 2,000 participants, aiming to support girls' empowerment and prevent child marriage.

According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, the event took place in front of the Bun Rany-Cheung Sopheap Dormitory under the theme 'Invest in Girls Empowering Rights, Expanding Opportunities, Promoting Leadership, and Preventing Early Marriage to Achieve an Advanced Civilised Society.' The campaign united members of the public, youth, and institutional representatives.

The event was presided over by H.E. Ms. Mithona Phouthorng, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Women's Affairs, representing Minister H.E. Dr. Ing Kantha Phavi. The campaign is aligned with the Royal Government of Cambodia's commitment to abolishing discrimination and violence against women and girls, focusing on empowering girls to fully exercise their rights and potential across all sectors.

The national initiative targets two main strategic goals encouraging public support and engagement, particularly from men and boys, to help girls exercise their rights and develop their capacities; and preventing child marriage by raising awareness and changing social norms. The ministry stressed that girls are active participants and leaders in the nation's progress, not just beneficiaries of development.