The Nagaland Law Students’ Federation (NLSF) organised a Legal Awareness Campaign at Fazl Ali College, Mokokchung on October 27 on the theme “Importance of Women in Litigation, for a Safer Nagaland.”

The programme highlighted the vital role of women in the legal profession and the importance of access to justice, legal awareness, gender equality, and the protection of women’s rights.

The programme was chaired by Anjali Adhikari, Education Secretary, NLSF. It began with an invocation by Sentisangla, followed by a welcome note delivered by Adv. Neivisielie Rino, President, NLSF.

Dr I Wati Imchen, Principal of Fazl Ali College also gave a short speech. Special addresses were delivered by Adv Molodongba Jamir, President of the Mokokchung District Bar Association (MDBA) and Adv Pangjungmanen Longchar, Assistant Legal Aid Defence Counsel (LADC), Mokokchung.

The speakers emphasised the need to encourage women’s participation in litigation, address gender-based discrimination, and empower women to assert their legal rights. They also highlighted the role of legal aid in helping women overcome financial and social barriers to justice, encouraging them to report injustice and seek appropriate legal assistance.

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The discussions underscored that women’s active participation in the legal system is essential to building a safer, more equitable Nagaland.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Adv Temsu I Jamir, General Secretary, NLSF, followed by the benediction by Bendangliba.