GMKs of NEN marks International Women’s Day and celebrates 30 years of NEN in 6 districts of Assam

Ending Gender-based violence (GBV) against women and girls

On 5th March, 2025, the Gramin Mahila Kendras of North East Network (NEN), Assam, commemorated International Women’s Day (IWD), 2025, while celebrating three decades of NEN’s commitment towards gender justice and equality. Held across six districts—Darrang, Dhemaji, Golaghat, Kamrup (R), Sonitpur, and Udalguri—the events brought together around 700 participants including women leaders, youth, weavers, farmers,…

NEN Celebrates 16th Biodiversity Festival & it’s 30th Anniversary: Nagaland

Natural Resource Regeneration

“Biodiversity is integral to our culture and identity, and it’s deeply connected to the struggles of our people. Unlike in many places where conservation efforts lead to the displacement of indigenous populations from their ancestral lands, the Naga people possess inherent rights over their territories. However, this right comes with a responsibility, which means we…

Millets Convening: From IYM to Impact: Nagaland

Natural Resource Regeneration

Reassessing Millet Resurgence and Building Resilient Communities  Community-centric millet cultivations have enhanced food security and sustainable livelihoods, and strengthened climate resilience in many communities of Nagaland. To reassess the impact of the International Year of Millets (IYM) 2023 and explore strategies to build resilient millet-farming communities, a two-day convening was held on 4th and 5th…

NEN Appeals for Women’s Safety During Durga Puja

Ending Gender-based violence (GBV) against women and girls, NEN - In Focus

As the Durga Puja festivities approach, North East Network has written a letter to the Director General of Police, Assam, urging for steps to enhance women’s safety during the celebrations. We have requested that instructions be issued to all Puja pandals and organizers to prominently display the toll-free Women’s Helpline number. Click here for more…

Changing Patterns of Climate Change and Gendered Vulnerabilities | Regional Dialogue and Exchange 2024

Ending Gender-based violence (GBV) against women and girls, Good Governance and State Accountability, Livelihood and Resilience, Natural Resource Regeneration, NEN - In Focus

North East Network organised a Regional Dialogue and Exchange on Changing Patterns of Climate Change and Gendered Vulnerabilities: Feminist Voices from North-east India. It was held between 10-11 September 2024, in Guwahati. The Dialogue saw an attendance of over 100 participants from all 7 states of NE India including Sikkim. Practitioners, grassroots women’s groups, activists,…

Celebrating Women’s Leadership: Dr. Birubala Rabha’s Life and Her Fight Against Witch-Hunting

Ending Gender-based violence (GBV) against women and girls

In a series of sessions held across Assam—Mongoldoi, Kamrup (R), and Golaghat—over 108 participants gathered to honour and learn from the remarkable journey and the resilient spirit of Dr. Birubala Rabha. Birubala Rabha was an activist from Goalpara, Assam, who tirelessly raised her voice against witch-hunting. She also led an organisation – Mission Birubala location…

Capacity Building for Youth Collective in Laitkseh: A Journey Towards Youth Leadership: Meghalaya

Ending Gender-based violence (GBV) against women and girls

In Meghalaya, where the youth population significantly exceeds the national average, young people face challenges such as limited access to quality education, high dropout rates, unemployment, substance abuse, and gender-based discrimination. In response, North East Network (NEN) initiated the first Youth Collective from Meghalaya in Laitkseh, West Khasi Hills. This group of 21 young individuals,…

Gender, Rights, and Entitlements – Capacity-Building Programme: Meghalaya

Ending Gender-based violence (GBV) against women and girls

In July 2024, North East Network (NEN) Meghalaya conducted a series of capacity-building programs focused on Gender, Rights, and Entitlements. These sessions were held with two key community groups: the Survivors Group from the Mawbah Community Support Centre on July 20th, with 20 participants, and the Women Collectives from the Madanrting Community Support Centre on…