Sadiq Bhanbhro Research Fellow at CHSCR writes in his article published in The Conversation that anyone visiting West Sumatra, Indonesia, would be amazed - not so much by the beauty of its lakes and mountains, but by the prominent role women play in almost all spheres of life in the Minangkabau community. From the household to the marketplace, Minangkabau women hold pride of place. 

See the full article on The Conversation here.