Tackling corruption in Asia requires challenging gender norms (Caryn Peiffer – East Asia Forum)

Research across Cambodia, Fiji, Indonesia and Sri Lanka highlights how gender norms perpetuate corruption against women. Sexual exploitation thrives in environments where officials objectify women, and social stigma prevents reporting. Stereotypes of feminine passivity make women more vulnerable to bribery, particularly in sectors like healthcare and education. To create effective anti-corruption strategies, it is essential to address these underlying gender inequalities through legal reforms, increased women’s political participation and economic empowerment.

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