Her turn

Empowering her future

The Her Turn: Women's Economic Empowerment Program (Phase 2), is an initiative led by KOTO and Australian Aid taking place from May 2022 - June 2026.

Her Turn: Women's Economic Empowerment Program - Program Introduction

Program at a glance

Economic empowerment

Empower disadvantaged and ethnic women economically by providing hospitality and entrepreneurship skills, employment, and long-term career development opportunities;

Leadership development

Empower female professionals in Hospitality and Tourism through leadership development.

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Learn about our different Her Turn programs below!

Program A

Free accommodation and meals at KOTO’s dormitory during the training period.

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Program B

Specialized 6-month Vocational Training Program.

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Program C

Leadership Program for Women in Hospitality & Tourism

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Understand the impacts of our program

In October 2024, Mekong Economics Ltd. was commissioned by KOTO to conduct an independent impact evaluation of its Her Turn Program. The evaluation used both quantitative and qualitative methods, including a survey targeting program alumni to assess its impact on confidence, well-being, and socio-economic security. In addition, interviews with employers of Her Turn graduates explored how the program influenced workplace diversity and equality, as well as the alignment of VET program outcomes with employer needs. The result has once again, become a testimony for KOTO good works and impacts, especially in empowering disadvantaged women from rural and ethnic minority background.