NEISSR, Peace Centre, Chümoukedima launched Prof A Lanunungsang Ao Biennial Lecture Series in honour of the academician and social reformer on March 22.
Chümoukedima, March 22 (MExN): North East Institute of Social Sciences and Research (NEISSR), Peace Centre, Chümoukedima, launched Rtd Pro-Vice Chancellor of Nagaland University, Prof A Lanunungsang Ao Biennial Lecture Series in honour of the academician and social reformer.
The launch of the Prof A Lanunungsang Ao Biennial Lecture Series marks a significant milestone in honouring pioneers of education and social transformation in Nagaland. The series aims to inspire intellectual discourse and uphold the values of peace, reconciliation, and social service championed by Prof A Lanunungsang Ao, stated a press release from NEISSR.
The event was graced by the presence of family members and kins of Professor Ao, along with guests, faculty and students.
Dr Fr Anto, Principal of NEISSR, delivered the welcome address, emphasising the historical significance of the event for the Catholic Church in Nagaland and NEISSR. He highlighted Prof Ao’s remarkable contributions in introducing Social Work education at Nagaland University and his transformative impact on addressing social issues. Expressing gratitude to the family, Fr Anto acknowledged Prof A L Ao’s vision for higher education in Nagaland and urged that his legacy continue to inspire future generations. He affirmed that the academic legacy of Prof Ao is cherished by the people of Nagaland, particularly at NEISSR.
Mapumenla Jamir, wife of Prof A Lanunungsang Ao, expressed gratitude to NEISSR and Peace Channel for honouring her husband’s contributions.
Er Moamanen Imchen, SDO, Power Department, Government of Nagaland, highlighted the significance of Prof Ao’s lifelong contributions to the people. He expressed appreciation to NEISSR and Peace Channel for recognizing pioneers like his father, who laid the foundation for future generations. He stated that Prof AL Ao’s dedication lives on through action, ideas, and the pursuit of peace and knowledge. Quoting his father’s belief that peace is not merely the absence of conflict but the presence of understanding, reconciliation, and action, Er Imchen commended NEISSR as a torchbearer for peace and reconciliation through research and social service. He urged social work trainees to become peace-builders and carry forward this mission in their future endeavors.
Prof Rosaline Jamir, Retired Professor, Department of English, NIT Nagaland, shared insights into the life, contributions, and initiatives of Prof A Lanunungsang Ao. She encouraged the trainees to work hard and dream big, regardless of their background. She emphasized that NEISSR is a unique institution and reminded students that peace is a journey and happiness is a destination.
The programme began with an invocation by Dr Fr Mathew Thuniampral, Governing Board Member, NEISSR and concluded with a dedication ceremony prayer led by Rev Fr Chacko Karinthayil, Governing Board Member, NEISSR and vote of thanks delivered by Rev Fr GL Khing, Vice Principal and Administrator, NEISSR. The programme was chaired by Apulo Sumi, an MSW trainee at NEISSR.
