Mon, March 8 (DIPR): International Women’s Day 2016 was celebrated in Mon Town under the theme “Pledge for Parity” on March 8. It was jointly organized by Mon District Legal Services Authority (MDLSA) and the Konyak Nyupuh Sheko Khong (KNSK), the apex women’s organization of the Konyak. Delivering the introductory speech on ‘Evolution of International Women’s Day and Pledge for Parity’, Secretary, MDLSA, Mon, Phuleto Yeptho said over the years, the UN has promoted the participation of women as equal partners with men in achieving sustainable development, peace, security and full respect for human rights. He said in different regions, the focus of celebrations ranges from general respect, appreciation and love towards women for their achievements and contribution in the society. He led the pledge for parity of women with men. President KNSK, Lomei Konyak proposed the welcome address, where she briefed on the origin and significance of International Women’s Day. She asserted that March 8 is a special day because women are recognized for their achievements without regard to divisions, whether national, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic or political.
