Introduction Implemented in Cambodia under the Committee on Business Environment, this project supported entrepreneurs with disabilities by focusing on intellectual property (IP), trademark registration, and brand development. It aimed to promote inclusive participation in trade by reducing the barriers entrepreneurs with disabilities face in protecting and commercialising their ideas. The project helps lay the foundation for more equitable economic opportunities through improved access to Cambodia's IP systems.
Project: Inclusive Growth: Empowering Cambodian Entrepreneurs with Disability through IP Education and Brand Development for Trade. Commenced: April 2024 Regional or National: National - Cambodia Partner: Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) of the Ministry of Commerce (MOC) of the Kingdom of Cambodia Status: Completed Objectives This project aimed to empower Cambodian entrepreneurs with disabilities through tailored intellectual property (IP) education and brand development support. The project enhanced inclusive economic participation by addressing barriers to IP knowledge, trademark registration, and business visibility. Key goals included: Increasing awareness of intellectual property rights among Cambodian entrepreneurs with disability Supporting trademark development and registration so that entrepreneurs with disabilities could better commercialise their products Strengthening gender equality and disability inclusion through accessible training and resources Building institutional understanding of inclusive entrepreneurship within Cambodia’s Department of Intellectual Property Outcomes The project achieved inclusive and sustainable results: 20 Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Trained: Participants improved their understanding of trademarks, logo design, and brand development through accessible, inclusive training. Trademark Approval: All 20 participants successfully registered trademarks, giving their businesses formal brand protection and market potential. Inclusive Implementation: Gender- and disability-sensitive approaches were embedded, with 50% of women participating in the study, accessible venues, and tailored materials. Public Engagement: Over 300 attendees attended the launch event, which was supported by media coverage and videos with subtitles and sign language for wider reach. Institutional Impact: Cambodian IP officials gained awareness of specific challenges facing entrepreneurs with disabilities, paving the way for more inclusive trade policy and support. Sustained Learning: A completion report documented key lessons and provided a model for future GEDSI-focused trade initiatives. RISP: Inclusive Growth - Empowering Cambodian Disability Entrepreneurs Discover what RT4D does Find out more about RCEP Explore More RT4D Projects and Their Impact
