Reports

Cambodian beer promotion workers struggle for better conditions at Cambrew Ltd.

There are approximately 6000 beer promotion workers in Cambodia. These women are employed by various breweries to promote and sell a particular brand of beer at bars and restaurants. Unlike garment workers in Cambodia, there is no national minimum wage for beer promotion workers; wages are set by the beer companies themselves. According to Cambodian Labor Law, a minimum wage “must ensure every worker of a decent standard of living compatible with human dignity,” but it is well documented that the beer promotion workers’ wage is not enough for them to meet their basic needs. The average wage reported...