Organisers, dignitaries, and cadets at the legal awareness campaign organized by NLSF at Fazl Ali College, Mokokchung on October 27.
MOKOKCHUNG, OCTOBER 27 (MExN): The Nagaland Law Students’ Federation (NLSF) organised a legal awareness campaign at Fazl Ali College, Mokokchung, on October 27 under the theme, “Importance of Women in Litigation, for a Safer Nagaland.”
The programme highlighted women’s participation in the legal profession, access to justice, gender equality and the protection of women’s rights.
The programme was chaired by NLSF Education Secretary Anjali Adhikari and began with an invocation by Sentisangla. NLSF President Neivisielie Rino delivered the welcome address, while Fazl Ali College Principal Dr I Wati Imchen also addressed the gathering. Special addresses were delivered by Mokokchung District Bar Association President Molodongba Jamir and Assistant Legal Aid Defence Counsel (LADC), Mokokchung, Pangjungmanen Longchar.
The speakers called for greater participation of women in litigation and measures to address gender-based discrimination. 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.
The discussions highlighted the importance of women’s active participation in the legal system in building a safer and more equitable Nagaland. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by NLSF General Secretary Temsu I Jamir, followed by a benediction by Bendangliba.
