Empowering Cambodian women with Charles Sturt alumni leadership

Graduates from Charles Sturt’s Master of Business degree are leading the next generation of women in business in Cambodia through the Women Bright Program. Established in 2018 by the Charles Sturt University – Alumni Cambodia Association (CSU-ACA), this initiative equips Cambodian women with the confidence, skills, and resources needed for academic and professional success.

The program focuses on empowering women as key economic drivers by helping them set career goals, overcome obstacles, and develop their talents. Workshops and seminars have reached over 4,300 students, covering themes like ‘Strive for the Future’ and ‘Women Empower Women’. The program has also awarded 39 university scholarships to Cambodian and international students.

CSU-ACA collaborates with local organisations, including the Chamber of Professionals and Micro-Enterprise and the Cambodia Women Entrepreneurs Association (CWEA), to deliver these impactful sessions. This partnership highlights the university’s commitment to fostering gender equity and supporting the socioeconomic growth of Cambodia.