Betting on inequalities: Gender economics, and online gambling's grip in Indonesia

The purpose of this research is to investigate the gendered socioeconomic repercussions of online gambling in Indonesia. The Structural Violence Theory developed by Johan Galtung is utilized to investigate the ways in which transnational gaming networks contribute to the persistence of systemic inequalities. Based on the qualitative analysis of secondary sources, which includes regional case studies and statistics from the government, it has been determined that women are subjected to a disproportionate amount of emotional and financial duties, functioning as both victims and unwilling participants. Comparative research between Cambodia and the Philippines sheds light on the ways in which legal frameworks influence the spread of gambling and the gender-specific effects of gambling for both countries. According to the findings of the research, structural violence against women is perpetuated for a number of reasons, including regulatory shortcomings, economic instability, and cultural stigmas. It concludes with recommendations for collaboration at the ASEAN level, the design of policies that are sensitive to gender issues, and public awareness programmes to mitigate the negative effects of these factors.