“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…
As Assam prepares for the 2026 Legislative Assembly elections, the Assam Feminist Manifesto Collective is raising a collective call for justice, equality, and dignity. The Feminist Manifesto represents the voices and demands of women from diverse backgrounds—including farmers, vendors, domestic workers, weavers, survivors of violence, micro-entrepreneurs, tea garden workers, and women from the Char areas…
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…
With a steadfast vision to uphold women’s rights and advance gender justice in the North Eastern Region (NER), North East Network (NEN) joined the global and national community in solidarity to observe the 2026 One Billion Rising movement on 14th February 2026. The campaign was observed in Assam, Meghalaya, and Nagaland under the global theme…
In collaboration with FICCI FLO – Northeast Chapter, through their flagship initiative Project Dosti, North East Network is initiating a beautiful journey of digital learning. Project Dosti, envisioning Digital Literacy for All, began with a simple belief that when young people get access to technology and guidance, they find new ways to learn, dream and…
A couple of women leaders, on a mission to Beijing, Voices raised, emotions high, decisions made. Back come they, determined, Beijing tones must ring; Born then, North East Network! a woman’s mate! Accelerated in Meghalaya, traversing rough terrain; Ten thousand narrow steps down, said they, Run –down PHCs, hungry mouths and many pains. To…
She insists that parents must ensure that daughters have rightful ownership over family property. “Men don’t typically face these challenges as women do. I firmly believe that if a woman has an equal share of property, many of her problems are resolved.” She urges more women to speak up for themselves, and their rights. …
On 16th January 2025, North East Network (NEN) organised an exposure trip to the Iatylli Eco-Camp in Rohbah, South West Khasi Hills District (SWKHD), with the aim of promoting women’s participation in land-related decision-making and strengthening rural livelihoods. Participants included members of the Joint Action Committee (JAC) and seven traditional heads from villages surrounding Dom…