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Hear Their
Stories
HEAR THE STORIES OF THE WOMEN WHO MAKE OUR CLOTHES, YET STRUGGLE TO MAKE ENDS MEET.
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“I can’t really reduce the usage of utilities at the moment because it’s so hot. I can cut down on other things but not water and electricity. I would also like to add, that yesterday the company has fired some workers without appropriate compensation. I tried to discuss with them yesterday but they haven’t given us an answer.”
– Noy, 45
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No Way Out of Poverty
Voices of Resilience: Rya’s Story In the bustling city of Phnom Penh, Cambodia, where the garment industry thrives, Rya begins her day as the alarm rings at 5 AM. Sharing a modest room with four other roommates near the garment factory where she works, Rya embraces her role as the breadwinner for her family. With…