Wekoweu Tsuha Leading Grassroots Movements and Promoting Sustainable Livelihoods Wekoweu Tsuha, affectionately known as Akole, serves as the State Coordinator of North East Network (NEN) in Nagaland. Over the years, she has been at the forefront of grassroots women’s movements, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to promoting sustainable development models. One of her focuses lies in…
DetailsOn 17th February, The Shillong Times covered an article about a one-day workshop titled “Legal Awareness of Women and Child Rights and Child Labour” held at the Social Mobilisation and Learning Centre (SMELC), Dakopgre. Iaimanda Ryngksai, the State Coordinator of NEN Meghalaya, was a distinguished speaker in this workshop organised for Nokmas, Traditional Heads. This…
DetailsChild sexual abuse (CSA) is a pervasive issue, affecting many children, particularly girls. However, very few of these cases are reported, and even fewer perpetrators are convicted. Perpetrators committing CSA are also rarely questioned by families, societies and communities. To address this bleak reality, North East Network (NEN) took the initiative with local governance bodies,…
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In the village of Marngor, West Khasi Hills District, NEN Meghalaya observed One Billion Rising (OBR) 2024, in collaboration with the Department of Music, Martin Luther Christian University, Shillong. The community gathered to take a stand against gender-based violence (GBV) through different celebrations and artistic expressions. According to WHO, 1 in 3 women experience intimate…
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In solidarity with the global community, North East Network (NEN) organised the One Billion Rising (OBR) campaign on 13th February, bringing together 120 young students at Sacred Heart Higher Secondary School in Chizami. This campaign highlights the all-pervasive presence of gender-based violence (GBV) in this world. According to WHO, 1 in 3 women experience intimate…
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1 in 3 women experience intimate partner violence and/or non-partner sexual violence at least once in their lifetime (WHO). This alarming statistic equates to a population of 1 billion women and girls, highlighting the all-pervasive presence of gender-based violence (GBV) in this world. Every February, women, youth and allies rise together against GBV, fostering a…
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24th January 2024: The Directorate of Health Services (Family Welfare) cum State Appropriate Authority under the PCPNDT Act, Government of Assam, felicitated Anurita Pathak Hazarika, Executive Director (in-charge) and State Coordinator of NEN, for her commendable work and contributions to gender justice for women and girls. The felicitation took place as a part of the…
DetailsThe Green Hub Fellowship is a one-year residential program based in Tezpur, Assam, for youth across the northeast states of India and North Bengal which uses video as a tool to engage and empower youth in environment conservation, sustainable livelihoods, and social change. The fellowship is especially for youth from indigenous communities, economically disadvantaged backgrounds, and remote…
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Around 37 participants, including doctors, nurses, mental health professionals, the District Social Welfare Officer, One Stop Centre members, and representatives from local NGOs in Ri-Bhoi District, actively engaged in an Interface cum Panel Discussion organized by NEN Meghalaya in collaboration with Civil Hospital, Nongpoh. The event focused on the “Importance of Health Care Response to…
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Capacity Building Programme for Women Peer Leaders, 4th – 6th December: The sessions involved engaging exercises and group discussions that highlighted gender, patriarchy and gender based violence against women, children and gender minorities. Peer leaders crafted a comprehensive grassroots work plan to address and redress the impact of GBV on women. The sessions equipped our…
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