Gauhati Artists’ Guild, in association with North East Network, hosted an art exhibition “From the Land of Chitralekha” from 9th to 21st March at its gallery space in Chandmari. The exhibition was inaugurated by Santwana Bordoloi, eminent film and theatre director and actor. The exhibition brought together a powerful and diverse collection of…
“Giving Voice, Gaining Justice: Breaking Barriers for All Women and Girls.” For nearly three decades, North East Network (NEN) has been part of the historic and ongoing International Women’s Day (IWD) campaign. NEN first observed IWD in 1998 in Assam and Meghalaya, and in 2002 in Nagaland. NEN has been consistently working to amplify…
KENEILE THOPI Leading with Care: Keneile Thopi’s Journey in Advancing Women’s Health and Voice Q. Can you tell us about your journey: how did you first begin working as a grassroots women leader in your community? My journey with the North East Network (NEN) began in 1998 when I was invited to attend a…
MOON BORA From Witness to Changemaker: A Grassroots Woman Leader’s Journey of Courage and Collective Power [Trigger Warning: This blog contains mentions of domestic violence and sexual violence, including abuse against a minor. Reader discretion is advised.] Q. Can you tell us about your journey: how did you first begin working as a grassroots…
LAITLIN LYNGDOH NONGLAIT From Grassroots Leadership to Sustainable Community Impact In the serene hills of Meghalaya lies the village of Nongshillong – home to a woman whose leadership gently challenges conventional ideas of education and power. Today, we spotlight the journey of Laitlin Lyngdoh Nonglait, who is a powerful leader, a resilient community worker…