International Women’s Day (IWD) is not just a date on the calendar; it’s a global celebration of the strength, resilience, and achievements of women of all identities. Beyond that, it is also a call for action to eliminate gender inequality in this world. The roots of International Women’s Day trace back to the year 1908…
‘Biodiversity- Building a shared future for all’ “Sowing a seed in the soil is an act of faith” stated Amba Jamir, Independent Policy and Development Strategist in his keynote speech at the 15th Biodiversity Festival, organised by North East Network at Chizami Village, Phek district, Nagaland. The 15th Edition of the NEN Biodiversity Festival was…
Child 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,…
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…
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. This year, OBR is being observed worldwide with the…
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…
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…
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…
Together We Rise, Together We Unite for violence-free communities for Women and Girls: In our collective journey towards ending gender-based violence in the North East Region (NER) of India, NEN Assam organised a marathon on 3rd December across six districts of Assam: Darrang, Dhemaji, Golaghat, Kamrup, Sonitpur, and Udalguri. This marked our participation in the…
North East Network (NEN) Nagaland observed the global campaign with the theme ‘Together We Rise, Together We Unite for violence-free communities for Women and Girls’. The campaign, organised in 5 locations – Chizami, Chumukedima, Kohima, Pfutsero, and Shamator, focused on creating awareness about Child Rights and issues of Child Sexual Abuse (CSA) through the Personal…