The culmination of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence and Human Rights Day was jointly organized with the Tseminyu administration on 10th December 2024 at Tseminyu Town Hall. Martha R. Ritse, IAS, Secretary of Social Welfare, graced the event as the special guest.
She formally inaugurated a flower show, as well as graced an arm wrestling and baking competitions. In her speech, she emphasized that as Tseminyu is a new district, this is the right time to establish key initiatives. Referring to the 16 days of activism against gender-based violence, she highlighted the need to fight against such violence daily. She stated that women and girls represent half of the world’s population and potential, underscoring the importance of equal access to education, healthcare, and politics for women.
She also noted that Human Rights Day is observed every year on December 10, following its adoption by the United Nations in 1948. While discussing the issue of gender-based violence, she pointed out that the highest reported cases involve cybercrime and domestic violence. She announced that Tseminyu has received approval to establish a sub-center in the district. However, she stressed that addressing violence against women and girls requires public intervention to reduce discrimination within society effectively.
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The keynote address was delivered by W. Nginyeih Konyak, Chairperson of the Nagaland State Commission for Women. She highlighted that during the 16 days of activism, various events aimed to address issues of discrimination and violence against women and girls. She noted that gender-based violence is a daily occurrence, often within families. She further emphasized that Human Rights Day—adopted in 1948—champions equal rights for all, regardless of gender, and called for collective action to eliminate gender inequality. She encouraged women to speak out and assert their rights within society.
The program began with a welcome address by the Deputy Commissioner of Tseminyu, Rohit Singh, IAS. Sonile Thyug, Area Coordinator of NSRLM Chunlikha RD Block, introduced the Naya Chetna 3.0 campaign—an initiative against gender-based discrimination and violence. Toshile Zhimomi, Director of Social Welfare, discussed services for women and children under Mission Shakti and Mission Vatsalya.
Additional Secretary of Social Welfare, Bodeno S. Colo, provided insights into addressing gender-based violence and offered a roadmap for moving forward. The program, chaired by Adi Nakhro, Gender Specialist (SHEW), concluded with prize distributions. EAC Tseminyu, Ruokuosetuo Tetso (NCS), presented the closing remarks.
